Sweden is grappling with controversies surrounding its national security advisor, Henrik Landerholm, and the apparent double standards in accountability.

Landerholm, a close ally of Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, has been criticized for mishandling classified documents, which were found by cleaning staff.

Despite the severity of the breach, no significant consequences have followed for Landerholm.

Meanwhile, ordinary workers in Sweden face harsh penalties for minor infractions, such as taking leftover food or celebrating with colleagues.

Calls to hold Kristersson accountable in the defense committee were blocked by the ruling coalition, sparking accusations of shielding the prime minister.

Critics argue this reflects a troubling culture of leniency for the powerful while ordinary citizens face strict repercussions for far less.