Overview

• Delegates at the July 20 CSU convention confirmed Thomas Karmasin as the party’s Landrat candidate for the March 8, 2026 election, casting 140 yes votes and two invalid ballots out of 142.
• The long-time district chief will seek a sixth term on a platform of continuity following more than 30 years in office.
• Senior CSU figures including MP Katrin Staffler lauded his ongoing dedication and rapport with constituents.
• Karmasin pointed to key local achievements such as 18 secondary schools, a debt-free Kreisklinik and top-ranked public transport.
• He urged party backing for an intensive campaign and highlighted the need to strengthen crisis preparedness for climate impacts and security threats.