German Government Collapses After Scholz Loses Confidence Vote
Chancellor Olaf Scholz faces early elections in February following the breakdown of the 'traffic light' coalition and political turmoil in the Bundestag.
- Olaf Scholz lost a critical vote of confidence in the Bundestag, securing only 207 votes out of the required 367, with 116 abstentions.
- The collapse of the three-party 'traffic light' coalition, composed of the SPD, Greens, and FDP, has triggered snap elections scheduled for February 23, 2025.
- The coalition dissolved after Scholz dismissed FDP leader and Finance Minister Christian Lindner over policy disagreements, leading to the FDP's withdrawal from the government.
- Conservative CDU leader Friedrich Merz criticized Scholz's tenure as one of economic stagnation and international isolation, framing the upcoming election as a turning point for Germany's future.
- Key election themes are expected to include economic recovery, migration, and climate policy, with the CDU/CSU, Greens, and SPD positioning themselves for a contentious campaign.































































































































































































