Michel Brandt (born 20 September 1975) is a German politician affiliated with The Left (Die Linke). He served as a member of the German Bundestag from 2009 until 2021, representing the state of Baden‑Württemberg.
Early life and education
Brandt was born in Lörrach, West Germany. He pursued higher education in law, studying at the University of Freiburg and completing his first state examination. He subsequently worked as a legal trainee and later as a lawyer.
Political career
- Party affiliation: Brandt joined The Left (originally the Party of Democratic Socialism) in the early 2000s.
- Bundestag membership: He was first elected to the Bundestag in the 2009 federal election via The Left’s state list for Baden‑Württemberg. He was re‑elected in the 2013 and 2017 elections.
- Parliamentary roles: During his tenure, Brandt served on several committees, most notably the Committee on Legal Affairs and Consumer Protection, the Committee on Human Rights and Humanitarian Aid, and the Committee on the Election of Judges (Wahlausschuss). He was also a deputy chair of The Left’s parliamentary group.
- Policy focus: His legislative work concentrated on civil liberties, anti‑discrimination measures, and judicial reform. He was an advocate for strengthening the rights of minorities and for greater transparency in law‑enforcement practices.
Later developments
In 2020, Brandt announced that he would not stand for re‑election in the 2021 federal election, citing a desire to return to his legal profession and to make space for new candidates within his party.
Personal life
Brandt is married and has two children. He resides in the Freiburg region of Baden‑Württemberg.
This entry reflects information available from publicly documented sources as of 2026.
