Volker Wissing Urges Coalition to Preserve 'Deutschlandticket' Amid Funding Uncertainty

The non-partisan minister warns of public backlash and highlights the ticket's modernization benefits as SPD and CDU/CSU debate its future.

Volker Wissing, a former FDP member, has criticized his former party for narrow client politics and failing to address broader societal issues.
He attributes the collapse of the 'Ampel' coalition to the inability of the FDP and Greens to transition effectively from opposition to governance.
Wissing champions the 'Deutschlandticket,' calling it a major modernization reform that provides financial relief, especially in rural areas.
The ticket's future is uncertain as SPD and CDU/CSU coalition talks continue, with disagreements over funding and potential price increases.
Wissing has proposed expanding the ticket's functionality with digital tracking to ensure fair revenue distribution among transportation providers.