Freie Wähler Backs Federal Debt Package Under CSU Pressure

Hubert Aiwanger defends the decision as pragmatic, ensuring Bavaria's influence and coalition stability despite initial opposition.

The Freie Wähler reversed their opposition to the federal debt package after the CSU threatened to end their coalition in Bavaria.
Hubert Aiwanger justified the decision as necessary to maintain the party's influence in the Bavarian government and to avoid losing all leverage.
The debt package, requiring a constitutional amendment, secures hundreds of billions of euros for infrastructure and defense investments.
Bavaria's six Bundesrat votes were pivotal for the package's passage, highlighting the state's critical role in national policymaking.
Aiwanger emphasized the need for economic reforms, including tax cuts and competitiveness measures, while expressing concerns about the package's long-term impact.