FDP leader Christian Lindner is experiencing a mix of personal joy and professional challenges.

While his political career faces turbulence following his dismissal as Germany's Finance Minister and the subsequent coalition breakdown, Lindner and his wife, journalist Franca Lehfeldt, are expecting their first child in early 2025. The couple, who married in 2022, have been open about their desire to start a family.

Despite the political crisis, Lindner remains committed to his party, taking responsibility for recent controversies.

The news of their upcoming child brings a positive note to Lindner's otherwise challenging period.