Germany’s Scholz Opens Door to New Election Talks Following Coalition Collapse
Following the dissolution of the Ampelkoalition, Chancellor Olaf Scholz has expressed a willingness to discuss a new election date. At the EU summit in Budapest, he emphasized the need for Bundestag agreement on pending legislation before addressing when to hold a trust vote. Scholz aims for swift elections to restore clarity after the FDP’s exit from the coalition. However, Federal Returning Officer Ruth Brand cautioned that organizing a new election in early 2024 poses significant challenges, urging a thorough preparation period to ensure public trust in the democratic process.