Kaisa Juuso, representing the Finnish party Perussuomalaiset, held one of the most challenging posts within the government, serving as the Minister of Social Affairs and Health. She was often perceived as the 'knight of the sad character' who had to explain the government's unfavorable decisions affecting ordinary citizens. Despite increased funding for welfare areas, there were still required budget cuts, which placed significant pressure on her role as social and health expenditures constitute the largest part of state costs. Consequently, as the government attempted to balance its budget, it became clear that cuts would target the areas of highest spending.

Given the weight of her responsibilities, Juuso's position was deemed the second heaviest after the Minister of Finance, Riikka Purra. Her decision to resign came as a surprise to many in the public sphere, though there were murmurs about whether she could withstand the barrage of criticisms and pressures until the end of her term. There had been a slow progression on the targets set for cost-saving measures within her domain; however, they ultimately remained unmet. From an external perspective, the reasons behind the lack of progress were difficult to determine, leaving speculation about Juuso's capability to fulfill her duties amidst the formidable challenges.

In light of her resignation, it has become apparent that Juuso is paying a personal price for the demanding role she undertook. Purra noted that Juuso's decision to step down was her own, highlighting the intense pressure and scrutiny that government ministers often face, particularly in key financial sectors like social and health services. The repercussions of this shake-up could impact ongoing welfare policies in Finland and raise questions about the future direction of health and social funding as the government navigates its fiscal constraints.