German politician Hubert Aiwanger dies suddenly at 55
Hubert Aiwanger, leader of the Free Voters party and Bavaria’s Deputy Minister-President, has died unexpectedly at the age of 55. Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder described Aiwanger’s death as an “absolute tragedy,” expressing shock and extending condolences to his family and children.
Aiwanger was found deceased in a Berlin hotel room on Wednesday. He was scheduled to deliver a speech at the opening of a Free Voters’ office in Berlin but canceled due to health reasons. He had previously served as Bavaria’s Minister of Economic Affairs.
CSU state group leader Alexander Hoffmann praised Aiwanger as a “full-blooded politician” who had shaped Bavaria, despite his often contentious nature. Baden-Württemberg’s Minister-President Cem Özdemir, of the Green Party, also expressed his condolences, acknowledging Aiwanger’s combative spirit and dedication to his beliefs.
Prosecutors in Berlin have initiated an investigation to determine the cause of death and rule out any foul play. No cause of death has been released.
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