The Liberal Party (Liberalerna) is facing internal turmoil following leader Simona Mohamsson's unexpected announcement of a policy shift toward cooperation with the Sweden Democrats (SD). Mohamsson presented what sources describe as a 'complete reversal' during a Friday afternoon press conference alongside SD leader Jimmie Åkesson, catching many party members by surprise. According to reports, negotiations between the Liberal leadership and SD had been known only to a small inner circle in recent weeks.
The announcement has sparked significant internal criticism, with some party members describing the process as 'coup-like' and discussions reportedly underway to find an alternative candidate. ' The issue will be decided at an extra party meeting next Sunday, where delegates will vote on confidence in Simona Mohamsson rather than on the party's new stance toward SD.
Simona is giving us an ultimatum - me or nothing