Richard Jomshof, a prominent member of the Sweden Democrats (SD), has resigned as chairman of the Justice Committee following a heated internal dispute over proposed stricter gun laws.

The changes, part of an agreement with the Tidö coalition, aim to limit military-style semi-automatic weapons after a mass shooting in Örebro.

Jomshof opposed the proposal, stating he could not support it in his role, and reportedly felt sidelined by party leadership.

His resignation has sparked concerns about potential divisions within the party, with experts noting the rare public dissent in the typically unified SD.

While some fear broader dissatisfaction among party members, others believe the leadership will manage to contain the fallout.

The decision on Jomshof's replacement could signal the party's future direction in balancing ideological stances with coalition commitments.