All ministers from the Liberalerna party have threatened to resign if party leader Simona Mohamsson loses a confidence vote scheduled for Sunday. The vote, which will determine Mohamsson's future as party leader, is effectively a referendum on her new cooperation agreement with the Sweden Democrats (SD).
Gender Equality Minister Nina Larsson stated, 'I am convinced that Simona will get renewed confidence, and should that not happen, I will resign.' Education Minister Lotta Edholm and Labor Market Minister Johan Britz have made similar declarations, with Britz noting he works 'on Simona's mandate' and believes 'this line is completely right.'
I sit on Simona's mandate, and if any other candidate against expectations should win the vote, I will naturally resign as minister
The party is experiencing significant internal division following Mohamsson's announcement of cooperation with SD. Thirteen party board members voted in favor of the new SD line on Friday, while eight voted against. Party critics are reportedly trying to find an alternative candidate to challenge Mohamsson in Sunday's vote.
The extraordinary party meeting on Sunday has only one item on the agenda: yes or no to re-electing Simona Mohamsson as party leader. The outcome will determine both the party's leadership and its political direction regarding cooperation with the Sweden Democrats.
That's correct. I find it hard to see that I could stay otherwise. I work on Simona's mandate, and believe this line is completely right
I follow Simona in the government question and stand behind her line. In an uncertain geopolitical situation and with major challenges for the Swedish economy, Sweden needs stability and responsible leadership
I am convinced that Simona will receive renewed confidence, and should that not happen, I will resign