Sweden’s Justice Minister, Gunnar Strömmer, was compelled to withdraw a key legislative proposal due to a procedural maneuver initiated by the Sweden Democrats (SD). The SD, along with the Liberals (L), altered parliamentary rules regarding the handling of motions, effectively removing a mechanism that previously protected government proposals. This change in procedure allowed opposition parties to force a vote on Strömmer’s proposal, leading to its likely defeat. Sources indicate Strömmer is frustrated by the SD’s independent action, which undermined his ability to advance the legislation. The proposal was considered a priority for the government and represented a significant part of Strömmer’s agenda. The incident highlights growing tensions within the governing coalition and the SD’s increasing willingness to assert its influence. This marks a setback for the Justice Minister after 13 years of work on the issue.