German Bundestag Rejects CDU Migration Bill Backed by AfD

Protests erupt as CDU's migration policy and Deutsche Bahn restructuring plans dominate political discourse ahead of February elections.

• The Bundestag rejected a CDU/CSU migration bill, which had controversial support from the AfD, sparking nationwide protests against right-wing extremism.
• Over 160,000 people participated in Berlin demonstrations calling for a clear separation between the CDU and the AfD in policymaking.
• The CDU's proposed Deutsche Bahn restructuring, including splitting operations and infrastructure, faces strong opposition from unions and experts warning of job risks and delays in infrastructure improvements.
• Friedrich Merz, the Union's chancellor candidate, has promised a significant policy shift on migration and economic reforms if elected in the February 23 Bundestag election.
• The FDP, led by Christian Lindner, announced plans to exclude future coalitions with the Greens, citing irreconcilable differences in policy priorities.

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