The previous cabinet was a coalition government of the Social Democratic Party, Greens, and South Schleswig Voters' Association led by Minister-President Torsten Albig.

The CDU invited the Greens and FDP to exploratory talks, seeking to form a "Jamaica coalition" of the three.

Nonetheless, the Greens stated that a government with the SPD and FDP was their preferred outcome.

[1][2] After exploratory talks, the CDU and FDP both voted to begin negotiations for a Jamaica coalition.

[5] Günther was elected Minister-President by the Landtag on 28 June, winning 42 votes out of 73 cast.