Brigitte Zypries

Brigitte Zypries is a seasoned German politician and member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), known for her influential role in judicial appointments during her tenure as a member of the Bundestag and as the Federal Minister of Justice from 2002 to 2009. Often referred to as a 'judge maker,' she has been pivotal in shaping the composition of the Federal Constitutional Court in Karlsruhe, emphasizing the importance of candidates with distinct profiles and strong opinions. Recently, she commented on the failed election of constitutional judges in the Bundestag, highlighting the challenges within the current coalition government.