German Politician Faces Calls to Resign Over Surrogacy Child

A German politician is under pressure to resign after it was revealed he fathered a child through surrogacy, a practice that is illegal in Germany. Jens Spahn, a member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has long supported the country's ban on surrogacy. The news has sparked criticism from both political opponents and members of his own party, who accuse him of hypocrisy. Surrogacy is prohibited in Germany under the Embryo Protection Act, which bans the use of surrogate mothers. Spahn, who previously served as health minister, has not commented publicly on the calls for his resignation. The CDU has traditionally upheld conservative family values and opposed surrogacy. This incident has reignited debates about the consistency of politicians' personal actions with their public stances. Some argue that Spahn's private decision should not affect his political career, while others believe it undermines his credibility. The controversy comes at a time when the CDU is grappling with internal divisions and declining public support. Spahn's future in politics remains uncertain as the party weighs its response.