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FDP state executive board in MV survives vote-out request – division deepens!
The FDP state executive board in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania narrowly survived a request for deselection on November 8th, 2025. Deep divisions and calls for new beginnings characterize the discussion.
FDP state executive board in MV survives vote-out request – division deepens!
The turbulent evening in Wismar brought a narrow result for the FDP in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. On November 8, 2025, the state executive committee under René Domke barely survived a vote-out request. During the vote, 49 delegates voted for the deselection, while 57 voted against, which gives Chairman Domke complete confidence, as he explained: “The vote is a vote of confidence and a mandate to continue our work.” However, the situation shows how deep the division within the party runs.
At the extraordinary party conference, several delegates expressed loud demands for a substantive course correction and a new beginning in terms of personnel. Despite the support, Domke, who clearly positioned himself against the AfD, also had to face open critics who questioned his leadership qualities. Paul Bressel even publicly called for his resignation, which further fueled tensions within the group. Speakers spoke of a “lack of freedom of expression” and “attempts at intimidation” during the party conference. The situation also led to Secretary General David Wulff resigning in the fall of 2024 and two MPs leaving the group, reducing the remaining group to fee-based status.
A look into the future
The upcoming delegate conference on Sunday will be crucial as it will determine the state list for the 2026 state election. Current polls suggest that the FDP is struggling to cross the five percent threshold after only receiving 5.8 percent of the vote in the last 2021 elections. Domke, meanwhile, is planning to move from the state parliament to the town hall of the Hanseatic city, which could perhaps be another step in the right direction, but his withdrawal could not only have personal reasons, but also be due to the internal party divisions and intrigues.
In the current situation, it is important to strengthen cohesion in order to bring the party's goals into line with the expectations of the voters. The potential for reform and realignment remains, but the road seems rocky.
For anyone who would like to find out more about the FDP and its developments, we recommend taking a look at the official website of the FDP.
The ongoing public discussion about the dynamics within the party shows that the FDP in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania is facing a crucial test that is testing not only its internal stability, but also its image among the electorate. We can only hope that the party has the ability to overcome these challenges and emerge from the crisis stronger.