Stefan Gelbhaar, a Green Party Bundestag member since 2017, has withdrawn his candidacy for the Berlin state list in the upcoming federal elections.

This decision follows allegations of sexual harassment made by several women, which were reported to the party's independent ombuds office.

Gelbhaar has stated his commitment to addressing the accusations through an internal process, emphasizing the need for confidentiality.

The Green Party has assured support for those who came forward and pledged a swift and fair resolution.

The allegations have cast a shadow over the party's candidate selection process, including the nomination of Family Minister Lisa Paus as the top candidate for Berlin.