So far, none of the main contenders to replace Angela Merkel have come across as strong leaders in the aftermath of floods that killed 170 people and caused billions in damages.
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Germany Floods: Merkel Visits Region as Toll Continues to Mount
The chancellor met with those who lost their homes and with rescue teams and German Army troops searching for survivors, as the number of dead rose above 180 in Europe.
Germany Floods: Climate Change Moves to Center of Campaign as Toll Mounts
With more than 160 dead across the region, the receding waters revealed extensive damage as well as deep political divides around how far and fast Germans should go to stem carbon use.
German High Court Hands Youth a Victory in Climate Change Fight
The government must expand its plan to reduce carbon emissions to zero by 2050, the country’s highest court ruled. The decision requires lawmakers to make long-term commitments.
Chancellor’s Race Presents Germans With a Challenge to Change
The conservatives have been in power for the past 16 years, will the nation stick with them, or go Green?
Greens in Germany Choose Baerbock as Candidate for Next Chancellor
Annalena Baerbock, the first Green candidate to have a significant shot at becoming chancellor, will run against Armin Laschet, head of Germany’s largest conservative party.