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German Coalition Collapse and Upcoming Election

Germany's ruling coalition collapses, triggering an early election and a clash between Chancellor Scholz and opposition leader Merz.

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What was the main focus of Friedrich Merz's speech in the Bundestag?: Following the collapse of Germany's ruling coalition, opposition leader Friedrich Merz used the Bundestag meeting to launch his election campaign, outlining plans to reverse climate policies and tighten immigration controls.
How did Chancellor Olaf Scholz respond to the crisis caused by the coalition's collapse?: Chancellor Olaf Scholz, in an unusually defiant tone, urged unity in parliament to pass key legislation and appealed for support from the CDU to secure the necessary votes.
What were the key policy differences highlighted between Friedrich Merz and Olaf Scholz?: Merz criticized Scholz's government for "simulating a majority it no longer has," while Scholz defended his dismissal of the economics minister as "necessary, correct, and inevitable."
What notable events or statements occurred from other political figures during this Bundestag session?: AfD's Alice Weidel presented her party's 100-day plan, focusing on deporting undocumented immigrants and reinstating nuclear power plants; Green Minister Baerbock faced criticism for her colleague's flight, while former Finance Minister Lindner commented on the government's disconnect from public opinion.
What is the current political landscape in Germany regarding upcoming elections, including the role of the AfD?: The CDU, currently leading in polls at 33%, aims to improve Germany's transportation and digital infrastructure. Merz explicitly ruled out any cooperation with the AfD, despite their strong showing in recent polls.

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