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Friedrich Merz is calling for a reduction of the EU budget by several hundred billion euros. The European Commission proposes a financial framework of around 1.76 trillion euros for 2028 to 2034, which Merz and other heads of state and government consider too high.
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Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed skepticism about banning the AfD, stating it would not resolve the issue with its voters. He advocates for political engagement and winning back voters with compelling proposals instead.
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The German Association of Cities is demanding increased financial support from the federal government for municipalities facing financial difficulties.
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CDU leader Friedrich Merz expressed skepticism regarding a ban on the AfD, emphasizing instead the need for political debate and winning back voters for the political center.
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Following an election defeat in Saxony-Anhalt, the CDU is divided and seeking its political direction and a new party leader. The party, which long shaped the state, must now contend with internal power struggles and the role of the AfD.
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Sven Schulze was narrowly elected CDU parliamentary group leader in Saxony-Anhalt after the party's election defeat, despite losing his constituency to the AfD. This occurred shortly after he renounced the state's premiership and the CDU state executive resigned.
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During the general debate in the Bundestag, AfD chairwoman Alice Weidel and Chancellor Olaf Scholz engaged in a dispute. Weidel criticized the government's policies, prompting a response from Scholz.
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Matthias Deiß from ARD Berlin discusses the behavior during the general debate. The report examines the interaction within this parliamentary context.
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Campact considers its "Strategically Vote" campaign in Saxony-Anhalt successful, as the SPD and Greens, whom they supported, entered parliament, preventing an AfD government. Despite the election result being called a disaster, Campact views the campaign as having contributed to averting an AfD government.