German Election Campaign Intensifies as Migration Policy and Coalition Speculation Dominate
With the Bundestagswahl on February 23, Friedrich Merz's CDU gains momentum despite controversy over migration votes involving AfD support.
- Friedrich Merz and the CDU/CSU have seen a rise in support, polling at 31%, while the AfD has also gained ground at 21%, according to recent surveys.
- Merz's acceptance of AfD votes for migration policy proposals has sparked division, with 43% of Germans supporting the approach while 49% find it unacceptable.
- Christian Lindner of the FDP criticizes Merz for allegedly favoring a coalition with the Greens, emphasizing that FDP votes are crucial to prevent such an outcome.
- SPD Chancellor Olaf Scholz aims for agreements on migration policy before the election but faces internal party tensions and declining support at 15%.
- Key business leaders urge economic reforms and skilled immigration policies, highlighting concerns over Germany’s economic competitiveness and demographic challenges.














































































































































































































































