Overview

• Brandenburg's new SPD-BSW coalition abstained on multiple Bundesrat votes due to differing views within the government, as mandated by their coalition agreement.
• The BSW opposed Bundeswehr-related measures, including the stationing of a brigade in Lithuania and the introduction of a new Wehrdienst, citing concerns about militarization and escalating tensions with Russia.
• SPD leaders criticized the BSW's stance on military cooperation, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling commitments to NATO and allied nations.
• Social Minister Britta Müller (BSW) condemned the Bundesrat's approval of a 0.2% increase in the Pflegebeitrag, arguing it would burden workers and employers without addressing systemic issues in healthcare.
• Despite internal discord, Ministerpräsident Dietmar Woidke (SPD) highlighted positive outcomes for Brandenburg, including tax relief measures, increased Kindergeld, and the continuation of the Deutschlandticket for regional travel.