Overview

• Polling stations across Germany opened at 8:00 AM and will close at 6:00 PM, with voters deciding the composition of the Bundestag.
• In Brandenburg, approximately 2 million people are eligible to vote, while Berlin has around 2.4 million eligible voters, with turnout already exceeding 33% by midday.
• Thuringia reported a significant increase in voter turnout, reaching 44.5% by noon compared to 24.6% at the same time during the 2021 election.
• A power outage in Cottbus since Saturday evening has left four polling stations without electricity and heating, though voting continues without major disruptions.
• This election follows a reform aiming to reduce the size of the Bundestag, meaning not all directly elected candidates are guaranteed a seat if their party lacks sufficient second votes.