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German Politics in Flux: SPD, Greens, and CDU Face Leadership and Policy Challenges

The SPD confirms Olaf Scholz as its chancellor candidate amid internal criticism, while the Greens and CDU navigate coalition dynamics and policy disputes in Saxony.

  • The SPD has officially nominated Olaf Scholz as its chancellor candidate, despite internal criticism over recent debates regarding Defense Minister Boris Pistorius' potential candidacy.
  • SPD leaders Saskia Esken and Lars Klingbeil face criticism for their handling of internal debates, with Esken admitting missteps at a recent party congress.
  • In Saxony, the Greens reject supporting CDU leader Michael Kretschmer's re-election bid but face decisions on whether to back a CDU-SPD minority government or focus on opposition roles.
  • Saxony's financial crisis has prompted discussions on drastic budget cuts and a possible independent experts' government, as the state faces a €4 billion shortfall for 2025-2026.
  • Amid broader political challenges, the SPD and Greens confront declining public trust, with the SPD struggling to reconnect with working-class voters and the Greens addressing their electoral strategy in coalition politics.
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