Elisabeth Kopp

Elisabeth Kopp, born on December sixteenth, nineteen thirty-six, is a distinguished Swiss politician and lawyer, known for her groundbreaking role in the Swiss government.

As a member of the Free Democratic Party (FDP), she made history by becoming the first woman to serve in the Swiss Federal Council. Her tenure in this prestigious office spanned from October second, nineteen eighty-four, to January twelfth, nineteen eighty-nine.

During her time in the Federal Council, Kopp faced significant challenges, including a scandal that led to her resignation due to an alleged breach of official secrecy. Prior to her landmark position in the Federal Council, she was an active member of the National Council from nineteen seventy-nine to nineteen eighty-four, where she contributed to various legislative initiatives.