Jens Spahn Aims for Cabinet Role in Potential CDU-Led Government

The former Health Minister seeks a new ministerial position, emphasizing economic reforms and distancing from his pandemic-era role.

Jens Spahn, former Health Minister, expresses his desire to join a CDU-led cabinet, highlighting the honor and impact of ministerial roles.
Spahn, known for his hardline pandemic policies, seeks a different ministerial position, citing interest in new challenges beyond health.
Currently serving as deputy CDU/CSU parliamentary group leader, Spahn focuses on economic, climate, and energy policies.
He suggests reforms including halving net charges, lowering electricity taxes, and integrating the solidarity surcharge into income tax for high earners.
Spahn supports maintaining the 2045 climate neutrality goal while proposing changes to the building energy laws under a potential Merz chancellorship.