Chancellor Olaf Scholz justifies calling a confidence vote in the Bundestag, emphasizing the need for a fundamental decision on Germany’s future. He criticized the Union and former coalition partner FDP for their lack of investment commitment. As Germany prepares for…
In 2024, the Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht (BSW) received the highest amount of donations over 35,000 euros, surpassing the CDU by 40%. A significant contributor, Thomas Stanger, donated a total of 5,080,000 euros to BSW. The CDU followed with the most…
The Free Democratic Party (FDP) struggles with its image following the controversy surrounding the term ‘D-Day’ used in internal documents discussing potential coalition exit strategies. Generalsecretary Marco Buschmann admitted the term may have been mentioned in past meetings, contradicting former…
Following the ousting of Bashar al-Assad, the Union faction in Germany is pushing for a swift return plan for Syrian refugees. This has sparked criticism from migration experts and the ver.di union regarding potential labor market issues. While the CDU/CSU…
Since the collapse of the German coalition government, there has been a significant rise in large donations to political parties, particularly benefiting the CDU and FDP. An analysis revealed that donations over €35,000 surged, with the CDU receiving nearly €2…
The Free Democratic Party (FDP) has unveiled its campaign for the upcoming Bundestag election, focusing on themes of economic recovery and migration. Party leader Christian Lindner emphasized continuity in leadership while aiming to move past negative media perceptions. The campaign…
German politicians are discussing the potential return of Syrian refugees following the uncertain political changes in Syria. Bavarian Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann (CSU) advocates for cautious evaluations, opposing calls for immediate deportations. He suggests financial support for those wishing to…
The Free Democratic Party (FDP) has decided to withdraw its support for Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s proposed legislation aimed at combating cold progression in taxation. FDP leader Christian Lindner criticized the compromises within the bill, stating that the party cannot endorse…
In a recent session of the Bundestag, Chancellor Olaf Scholz showcased his varied political roles as he defended his government’s policies and sought new majorities amidst the impending dissolution of the coalition. Scholz emphasized the need for support in critical…
As the German Parliament navigates the aftermath of the collapsed Ampel coalition, the SPD and Greens are pushing for new legislation despite lacking a majority. Union leader Friedrich Merz has drawn a line against proposals impacting the federal budget, indicating…
The Free Democratic Party (FDP) is in crisis, with party leader Christian Lindner’s image tarnished following recent challenges. Lissy Kaufmann argues for a substantial overhaul in party leadership, calling for fresh, possibly younger, talent to engage with disenchanted voters. Former…
The Free Democratic Party (FDP) in Germany is grappling with significant challenges, including lost state elections and a need to improve public sentiment. Marco Buschmann has been appointed as the new General Secretary, succeeding Bijan Djir-Sarai, amidst calls for a…
