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Céline Amaudruz enters race for Swiss Federal Council seat
The race to succeed Swiss Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin is intensifying as the Swiss People's Party (SVP) prepares for the parliamentary vote on December 9. Céline Amaudruz, a Genevan National Councillor and SVP Vice President, has officially declared her candidacy. Her bid is supported by proponents in the Romandie region who wish to maintain French-speaking representation in the government.
Amaudruz faces scrutiny regarding her political record, including past votes that diverged from the SVP party line on social issues, and a 2016 incident involving driving under the influence. Other potential candidates, such as Pascal Schmid and Natalie Rickli, have either not yet declared or have declined to run. Notably, Natalie Rickli has opted to remain in her role as a Zurich government councillor, and André Rüegsegger has declined despite being nominated by his cantonal party.
The selection process involves the SVP parliamentary group nominating an official ticket by November 20. The competition reflects broader regional tensions between German-speaking and French-speaking Switzerland regarding influence within the Federal Council.
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Céline Amaudruz · Guy Parmelin · Natalie Rickli · SVP · Swiss Federal Council · Swiss People's Party · Thomas Matter
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Amaudruz is seeking to succeed Guy Parmelin. lomazoma.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Céline Amaudruz has officially announced her candidacy for the Swiss Federal Council. lomazoma.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Natalie Rickli is considering a candidacy for the Federal Council.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Thomas Matter previously promised his wife in 2014 that he would not seek to become a Federal Councilor.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Thomas Matter is considering a candidacy for the Federal Council.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Amaudruz has voted in favor of same-sex marriage and paternity leave. lomazoma.com