Tobias Grotkjær Elmstrøm, a member of the Danish Parliament from the Moderates party, has confirmed he will not stand for re-election in the upcoming parliamentary elections, scheduled to be held by October 31. He stated that his decision is not due to disillusionment with politics, but rather personal reasons that have compelled him to step back. Elmstrøm has expressed pride and satisfaction with his political contributions, indicating his passion for public service during his tenure.

Since October 2024, Elmstrøm has been on leave from Parliament due to a family illness, with Henrik Rejnholt Andersen serving as his substitute. Andersen previously took on the role during Elmstrøm's parental leave from January to June 2023. This indicates a pattern where Elmstrøm has had interruptions in his parliamentary duties, which may have influenced his decision not to seek re-election.

Throughout his time in the Folketing, Elmstrøm has held significant roles such as the legal and cultural spokesperson for the Moderates. In the 2022 parliamentary election, he was the lead candidate for the party in the East Jutland constituency, securing a personal vote count of 4,085, showcasing his support within the electorate. His departure from the race leaves a notable gap in the party, as it prepares for their future electoral strategies.