Noise for dismissal: MANSOORI calls Messari-Becker's behavior unacceptable

Noise for dismissal: MANSOORI calls Messari-Becker's behavior unacceptable

A explosive political affair shakes the Hessian government: Minister of Economics Kaweh Mansori (SPD) separated from the former State Secretary Lamia Messari-Becker (independent). This decision was made because, according to Mansori, her behavior was not in line with his "personal principles and values". In a detailed meeting of the committee of inquiry in the state parliament, he made it clear that he spoke of "unacceptable misconduct", but without going into detail. The dismissal of Messari-Beckers raises questions that are to be highlighted as part of a total of 14 committee meetings in order to clarify potential private conflicts of interest, such as FAZ reported.

The allegations against Messari-Becker are serious: in spring 2024 she is said to have personally addressed at a school in order to obtain a better Abitur grade for her daughter. However, she vehemently rejects this allegation. Mansori emphasizes that the possible violations of public service are unbearable for him. As early as July 2024, he had spoken of a "unacceptable misconduct", which subsequently led to that turbulent separation.

The meeting of the committee of inquiry

in the committee, Mansoori performed as a witness and was still appreciated by Messari-Becker, who, as a career changer, had no party affiliation and little experience in the management of an authority, was nevertheless valued as a building expert. Complaints about a high number of files on your desk and your demand for higher salary did not remain unheard of. Mansori explained that he classified Messari-Becker's behavior as "completely intolerable" and spoke of a "deeply shaken trust". The lack of insight on the part of the Messari-Becker confirms the need to throw out. The allegations and the personnel policy commitment represent an insurmountable hurdle for a continuation of the cooperation, as reported to the [Hessenschau] (https://www.hessenschau.de/politik/schaftssungs Committee-zu-messari-becker-das-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister-Minister. It is also striking that the FDP parliamentary group MANSOORI criticized Messari-Becker for the supposed "call to call", while the Greens accused him of "self-righteousness and arrogance". The SPD, on the other hand, sees no larger scandal in the matter and finds the committee work "shocking". The CDU, in turn, supported MANSOORI's action to avoid the damage, which makes the different political positions clear in the debate.

important background to committees of investigation

committees of investigation serve to control the government and are mainly used by the opposition to alleviate problematic facts. These instruments are firmly anchored in the political system and enable the hearing of witnesses and the demands of files. The investigation order must be clearly outlined and refers to completed processes. In the past, such committees have often been used to examine explosive issues such as the affair around the NSU terrorist group. A look back at the use and effectiveness of these committees shows that they are both educational and political fighting instruments, the success of which depends not least on public attention, such as the Federal Center for Political Education.

The committee of inquiry in the Messari Becker affair is expected to decide on the further timetable at the end of June. A final report could be presented during the summer break, which should further fuel the public interest in this political drama. It remains exciting how minds will calm down or further heat in Hessian politics.