About Ida Karkiainen
Born 1988. Ida Karkiainen is a Swedish politician.
Ida Victoria Karkiainen (born 10 May 1988) is a Swedish politician for the Social Democratic party. She was the Minister for Public Administration in Magdalena Andersson's cabinet from 30 November 2021 to the government's dissolution on 17 October 2022.
Karkiainen is in a relationship with musician Mattias "Buffeln" Lind who is a member of the industrial metal band Raubtier. Her connection to the band and their violent and nationalistic lyrics and hard partying lifestyle has created some controversy in Swedish media.
After the 2022 election, Karkiainen was made chairman of the Riksdag's constitutional commission.
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Who is Ida Karkiainen?
politician and Member of the parliament of Sweden
When was Ida Karkiainen born?
Ida Karkiainen was born on 10 May 1988 in Nedertorneå-Haparanda church parish.
What is Ida Karkiainen's occupation?
Ida Karkiainen is a politician.
What nationality is Ida Karkiainen?
Ida Karkiainen is Swedish.
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