Merz vows to remain German chancellor after CDU losses in two state elections
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met CDU leaders in Berlin after two state election defeats while pledging to continue his coalition's reform agenda.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met the CDU leadership in Berlin as he sought support following severe losses in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. He said his coalition would continue its reform agenda and vowed to remain in office.
Sources
- The Guardian — Friedrich Merz vows to stay in office after CDU ‘disaster’ in German state elections ↗
- The Guardian — Merz insists he will stay as German chancellor despite heavy losses in state elections – Europe live ↗
- The Guardian — German chancellor meets CDU leaders to shore up support after more defeats ↗