Germany Prepares for February Election Amid Political Turmoil and Economic Challenges
Chancellor Scholz faces scrutiny over tax fraud scandal and minority government struggles, while opposition parties position for potential coalitions.
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz is under renewed investigation for his alleged involvement in the €36 billion cum-ex tax fraud scandal, raising questions about his credibility ahead of the February election.
- The collapse of the three-party coalition has left Scholz leading a minority government, with critical debates over economic policies and military support for Ukraine ongoing in the Bundestag.
- Friedrich Merz, the CDU's candidate for chancellor, has hinted at potential cooperation with the Greens, despite opposition from the CSU to a black-green coalition.
- Christian Lindner's FDP faces internal turmoil and low polling numbers after its orchestrated exit from the coalition, with Lindner vowing to lead the party through the upcoming election.
- Economic concerns, including high energy prices and a sluggish economy, remain central to the political discourse, with Scholz defending his policies and opposition leaders proposing significant shifts.









































































































