Benjamin Mühlemann
SwitzerlandpoliticianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Benjamin Mühlemann, a 46-year-old politician from Glarus, Switzerland, has been in the news due to his potential candidacy for the presidency of the Swiss Free Democratic Party (FDP) following the resignation of Thierry Burkart. Known for his ability to moderate between differing opinions and build coalitions, Mühlemann has previously served as the Landammann and is recognized for his financial expertise in the Swiss Senate. His leadership skills and popularity in Glarus have positioned him as a key figure in navigating the party through upcoming challenges, including discussions on EU relations and the critical elections of 2027.
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Benjamin Mühlemann stated that his faction has submitted over seventy motions in the current legislative period.
Druck auf Bundesrat Jans: Ständeräte fordern AsylreformSwitzerland· 2026-06-19
Benjamin Mühlemann is the co-president of the FDP and has proposed measures to make Switzerland more attractive for investments.
Das Parlament will die Unternehmen entlastenSwitzerland· 2026-06-03
Benjamin Mühlemann, co-president of the FDP, believes the proposal will fail in Parliament.
Pfisters Milliardenplan droht das AusSwitzerland· 2026-03-06
Benjamin Mühlemann criticized the Federal Council's proposal, calling for solutions within individual dossiers instead of tax increases.
Baume-Schneider will vielleicht höhere LohnabzügeSwitzerland· 2026-02-11
Benjamin Mühlemann is the co-president of the FDP who made a security policy reference during his speech.
FDP und die Steuererhöhung: Streit um Armeefinanzierung eskaliertSwitzerland· 2026-02-01
Benjamin Mühlemann defended the concept of free movement of people.
10-Millionen-Schweiz: SVP-Initiative ohne Gegenvorschlag abgelehntSwitzerland· 2025-12-15
Benjamin Mühlemann is a co-president of the FDP and supports the austerity package.
So wird gegen das Sparpaket von Keller-Sutter lobbyiertSwitzerland· 2025-12-14
Benjamin Mühlemann is a member of the Co-Presidency of the FDP and has shifted his stance to support individual taxation.
Wie umgehen mit Abweichlern bei der Individualbesteuerung?Switzerland· 2025-12-14
Benjamin Mühlemann comments on the rejection of the inheritance tax initiative.
Erbschaftssteuer und Service Citoyen: Resultate der AbstimmungSwitzerland· 2025-11-30
Benjamin Mühlemann comments on the clear rejection of the inheritance tax, stating it would have harmed the economy.
Erbschaftssteuer und Service Citoyen: Resultate der AbstimmungSwitzerland· 2025-11-30
Benjamin Mühlemann, a Glarner Ständerat, voted against the EU agreements at the Delegiertenversammlung.
Prominente FDPler kritisieren EU-Kurs der Mutterpartei in offenem BriefSwitzerland· 2025-11-04
Benjamin Mühlemann is the co-president of the FDP and has expressed skepticism about the EU contracts.
Ausgerechnet FDP-Parlamentarier könnten dem Ständemehr zum Durchbruch verhelfenSwitzerland· 2025-10-26
Benjamin Mühlemann has taken over the leadership of the FDP.
Die FDP wagt einen Neustart. Doch die Probleme liegen tief.Switzerland· 2025-10-19
Benjamin Mühlemann condemned political violence during the assembly.
FDP sagt überraschend klar Ja zu neuen EU-VerträgenSwitzerland· 2025-10-18
Benjamin Mühlemann is one of the newly elected co-presidents of the FDP.
Die Partei will zur Ruhe und zur Einheit kommenSwitzerland· 2025-10-18
Benjamin Mühlemann is nominated for the new party presidency.
Tag der Entscheidung für FDP und CassisSwitzerland· 2025-10-18Benjamin Mühlemann is part of the new leadership duo that will influence the party's internal discussions.
Ja oder Nein zu den EU-Verträgen?Switzerland· 2025-10-14
Benjamin Mühlemann is mentioned as part of the new leadership in the FDP.
SVP überschreitet 30 Prozent – FDP und GLP verlierenSwitzerland· 2025-10-03
Benjamin Mühlemann, a Glarner politician, emphasized that family policy is the responsibility of the cantons.
Brisanter Streit um das Kita-GesetzSwitzerland· 2025-09-12
Benjamin Mühlemann announced his candidacy for the presidency of the FDP.
Die SP-Spitze Meyer und Wermuth gibt TippsSwitzerland· 2025-08-24
Benjamin Mühlemann must help stop the downward trend of his party.
Das neue FDP-Führungsduo steht vor einer schwierigen MissionSwitzerland· 2025-08-23
Benjamin Mühlemann is a Glarner Ständerat who can observe the setup of the largest mobile arena in the world from his home in Mollis.
Glarus befürchtet Chaos bei SchwingfestSwitzerland· 2025-08-23
The Glarus Councilor Benjamin Mühlemann wants to become Co-President of the national FDP.
FDP-Initiative will Stellenwachstum beim Staat begrenzenSwitzerland· 2025-08-23Benjamin Mühlemann is a Glarner Ständerat who can observe the setup of the largest mobile arena in the world from his home in Mollis.
Glarus befürchtet Chaos bei SchwingfestSwitzerland· 2025-08-23
Benjamin Mühlemann is a Glarus Councilor and a candidate for the co-presidency of the FDP.
Susanne Vincenz und Benjamin Mühlemann wollen PräsidiumSwitzerland· 2025-08-20
Benjamin Mühlemann is running for the presidency of the FDP alongside Susanne Vincenz-Stauffacher.
Vincenz-Stauffacher und Mühlemann im GesprächSwitzerland· 2025-08-20Benjamin Mühlemann has not yet declined the opportunity to run for party leadership.
warum niemand Parteipräsident oder Bundesrat werden willSwitzerland· 2025-08-20
Benjamin Mühlemann is seen as economically liberal and is still considered a newcomer in the council.
Wer verhilft der Hebamme des Bundesstaates zur Wiedergeburt?Switzerland· 2025-08-14
Benjamin Mühlemann is a prominent politician in the FDP and has served as Landammann and Ständerat.
Braucht die FDP Benjamin Mühlemann?Switzerland· 2025-07-19