The Bundestag has canceled its planned budget discussions for the last week of November following the collapse of the coalition government. This decision, supported by Union, SPD, Greens, and FDP, has sparked criticism from opposition parties like AfD and Left…
At a recent party conference, Robert Habeck solidified his role as the Green Party’s candidacy for Chancellor of Germany. Emphasizing support for women in business, Habeck, dressed casually, attended a tech summit in Lisbon alongside entrepreneurs, showcasing a relatable leadership…
The German Union faction criticized a legislative proposal by SPD and Green Party members aimed at legalizing abortions up to 12 weeks. Friedrich Merz, Union faction leader, expressed outrage at Chancellor Olaf Scholz for endorsing the initiative. He warned that…
In a surprising shift, Friedrich Merz, leader of the CDU, has initiated discussions on reforming Germany’s debt brake, contrary to his previous outright rejection of it. Speaking at a recent economic summit, Merz suggested that the debt brake is a…
The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and the Social Democratic Party (SPD) announced their intention to engage in coalition talks aimed at establishing a minority government. In a joint statement, both parties committed to close cooperation on parliamentary matters, emphasizing a…
Germany’s newly formed minority government secured its first legislative victory with the passage of two laws, aided by the Union party. The laws address the inheritance of farms and extend phone surveillance to combat burglaries. However, the CDU/CSU emphasized this…
A parliamentary investigation has been initiated to examine the August 23 terrorist attack in Solingen that resulted in three deaths and multiple injuries. All parties in the NRW Landtag unanimously agreed on the formation of the ‘Parliamentary Investigative Committee’. Key…
As Eastern Germany gears up for the anticipated early Bundestag election, major political parties are sharpening their campaigns. The CDU is focusing on economic competence with candidate Friedrich Merz at the forefront, while the AfD, led by Alice Weidel, intends…
In light of recent political developments, Sachsen and Thüringen may consider forming minority governments, potentially collaborating with the AfD. Political experts express concern about this approach due to the challenges in the polarized eastern party system, which is complicated by…
The convergence of Donald Trump’s election and the collapse of Germany’s governing coalition reveals shared voter anxieties in both nations. As inflation reaches historic highs—8% in the U.S. and 6.9% in Germany—public dissatisfaction grows, prompting a shift towards populism. Surveys…
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s relationship with Finance Minister Christian Lindner has soured, reflecting the collapse of their once-stable coalition, the Ampel-Koalition. What began as a camaraderie now ends in conflict, marked by betrayal and public disputes. As Scholz prepares for…
Thomas Haldenwang has stepped down as President of Germany’s Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) to pursue a candidacy for the CDU in the upcoming Bundestag elections. Interior Minister Nancy Faeser announced that Haldenwang’s responsibilities would be…
