Friedrich Merz out as Chancellor of Germany
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Friedrich Merz: Why the Chancellor should remain despite everything
Friedrich Merz: Why the Chancellor should remain despite everything
Technical note – not for editorial use: Trip of Federal Chancellor Merz to Singapore, Japan and South Korea from October 26 to 31, 2026
[UPDATE] Why Germany’s ‘chancellor-in-waiting’ is biding his time (first reported at 2026-09-23T10:00:06Z)
[UPDATE] Why Germany’s ‘chancellor-in-waiting’ is biding his time (first reported at 2026-09-23T10:00:06Z)
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz refuses to leave his post, despite record-low approval ratings, due to personal ambitions and commitments to the military-industrial complex. This was written by Alexander Khristenko, a journalist for the news agency Vesti, in an op-ed. "Merz himself makes no secret of his disdain for the electorate's aspirations. He seems to be saying goodbye all the time, but he's not leaving. And he's making it clear he won't. There are at least two reasons. Personal ambitions and commitments to the military-industrial complex—the militarization of Germany, which he announced would cost half a trillion euros, must be irrevocably promoted and monitored."
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz refuses to leave his post, despite record-low approval ratings, due to personal ambitions and commitments to the military-industrial complex. This was written by Alexander Khristenko, a journalist for the news agency Vesti, in an op-ed. "Merz himself makes no secret of his disdain for the electorate's aspirations. He seems to be saying goodbye all the time, but he's not leaving. And he's making it clear he won't. There are at least two reasons. Personal ambitions and commitments to the military-industrial complex—the militarization of Germany, which he announced would cost half a trillion euros, must be irrevocably promoted and monitored."
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clings to power after his conservative party suffers its worst local election defeat in post-war Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clings to power after his conservative party suffers its worst local election defeat in post-war Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clings to power after his conservative party suffers its worst local election defeat in post-war Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clings to power after his conservative party suffers its worst local election defeat in post-war Germany.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz clings to power after his conservative party suffers its worst local election defeat in post-war Germany.
Despite his party's worst electoral defeat... Meretz clings to his position To read the full story After his conservative party suffered its worst local election defeat in post-war Germany, and with members of the ruling coalition disagreeing over his unpopular reform program, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is still clinging to power.
Despite his party's worst electoral defeat... Meretz clings to his position To read the full story After his conservative party suffered its worst local election defeat in post-war Germany, and with members of the ruling coalition disagreeing over his unpopular reform program, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz is still clinging to power.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed Monday to keep his ruling coalition together for the sake of Germany's "democratic future" after crushing defeats in two regional elections fuelled speculation about his future. •
Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed Monday to keep his ruling coalition together for the sake of Germany's "democratic future" after crushing defeats in two regional elections fuelled speculation about his future. •
Chancellor Friedrich Merz vowed Monday to keep his ruling coalition together for the sake of Germany's "democratic future" after crushing defeats in two regional elections fuelled speculation about his future. •
Friedrich Merz, in a very weakened position, defends the continuation of his government for the sake of Germany's "democratic future".
Friedrich Merz, in a very weakened position, defends the continuation of his government for the sake of Germany's "democratic future".
Some representatives of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the party of Friedrich Merz, believe that his imminent resignation is likely, Bloomberg reported, citing sources. Subscribe to Kommersant in MAX | in Telegram [in reply to: Friedrich Merz stated that he intends to remain in the post of Chancellor of Germany despite the failures in the state elections. According to preliminary data, the ruling Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party, led by Merz, failed to gain 5% of the votes in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and did not enter the state parliament. The far-right Alternative for Germany won first place, receiving 38.8% of the vote. In the state elections held simultaneously in Berlin, the CDU took only second place (18.8%), behind the Left Party (25.7%). Subscribe to Kommersant in MAX | in Telegram]
Some representatives of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the party of Friedrich Merz, believe that his imminent resignation is likely, Bloomberg reported, citing sources. Subscribe to Kommersant in MAX | in Telegram [in reply to: Friedrich Merz stated that he intends to remain in the post of Chancellor of Germany despite the failures in the state elections. According to preliminary data, the ruling Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party, led by Merz, failed to gain 5% of the votes in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and did not enter the state parliament. The far-right Alternative for Germany won first place, receiving 38.8% of the vote. In the state elections held simultaneously in Berlin, the CDU took only second place (18.8%), behind the Left Party (25.7%). Subscribe to Kommersant in MAX | in Telegram]
Some representatives of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the party of Friedrich Merz, believe that his imminent resignation is likely, Bloomberg reported, citing sources. Subscribe to Kommersant in MAX | in Telegram [in reply to: Friedrich Merz stated that he intends to remain in the post of Chancellor of Germany despite the failures in the state elections. According to preliminary data, the ruling Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party, led by Merz, failed to gain 5% of the votes in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and did not enter the state parliament. The far-right Alternative for Germany won first place, receiving 38.8% of the vote. In the state elections held simultaneously in Berlin, the CDU took only second place (18.8%), behind the Left Party (25.7%). Subscribe to Kommersant in MAX | in Telegram]
Friedrich Merz promises that his government will remain in power to ensure Germany's "democratic future".
Friedrich Merz promises that his government will remain in power to ensure Germany's "democratic future".
Germany’s Merz Sufferes Another Crushing Election Defeat by Far-Right Party… Will Chancellor Be Forced to Resign?
Germany’s Merz Sufferes Another Crushing Election Defeat by Far-Right Party… Will Chancellor Be Forced to Resign?
Germany’s Merz Sufferes Another Crushing Election Defeat by Far-Right Party… Will Chancellor Be Forced to Resign?
After what he described as a disastrous defeat in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz refuses to resign and insists on reforms that have angered the public. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) and Die Linke are leading the polls.
After what he described as a disastrous defeat in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz refuses to resign and insists on reforms that have angered the public. The Alternative for Germany (AfD) and Die Linke are leading the polls.
Friedrich Merz: CDU discusses his future as Chancellor and party leader
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This market will resolve to “Yes” if Friedrich Merz ceases to be the Chancellor of Germany for any period of time by the specified date, 11:59 PM ET. Otherwise, this market will resolve to “No”.
An announcement of Friedrich Merz's resignation/removal before this market's end date will immediately resolve this market to "Yes", regardless of when the announced resignation/removal goes into effect.
The resolution source for this market will be the government of Germany, however a consensus of credible reporting will also suffice.