Moral panic? Sweden divided after leaked Grindr pics topple adviser

thelocal.comPublished: 5/14/2025

Summary

Tobias Thyberg, Sweden’s former national security adviser, faced an abrupt resignation after sending a private photo from an old Grindr account during his tenure. The incident led to his departure just weeks after his predecessor resigned. Critics argue that his firing was premature and raises concerns about the sensitivity of such photos during security clearances. Supporters suggest that sharing personal images is a common occurrence in Sweden, highlighting the delicate balance between national security and privacy in Sweden’s political landscape.