Friedrich Merz secured the top job but only after losing on his first attempt, a surprise that potentially weakens his government at a fraught time for Germany and Europe.
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Merz Failed in First Vote to Become Germany’s Chancellor. What Happens Next?
Friedrich Merz was poised to be sworn in as chancellor but did not win enough votes in Parliament. A second vote was scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
Who Is Friedrich Merz, Who Lost First Parliamentary Vote to Become Germany’s Chancellor?
Supporters of the former corporate lawyer say he is well-prepared and thoughtful, but critics accuse him of failing to think more than one step ahead and breaking promises.
Who Is Friedrich Merz, Germany’s New Chancellor?
Supporters of Mr. Merz, a former corporate lawyer, say he is well-prepared and thoughtful, but critics accuse him of failing to think more than one step ahead and breaking promises.
Merz Fails in First Parliament Vote to Become Germany’s Next Chancellor
The setback was likely temporary, but it was historic. No modern German chancellor has ever failed to secure the job on a first ballot in Parliament.
Friedrich Merz Fails in First Round of Voting to Become Germany’s Next Leader
The setback was likely temporary, but it was historic. No modern German chancellor has ever failed to secure the job on a first ballot in Parliament.
Merz Fails in First Parliament Vote to Become Germany’s Next Chancellor
The setback was likely temporary, but it was historic. No modern German chancellor has ever failed to secure the job on a first ballot in Parliament.
What to Know About the Formation of Germany’s New Government
Friedrich Merz, a conservative Christian Democrat, will be Germany’s next chancellor after a surprising setback in parliament delayed him from taking office.
Friedrich Merz, Germany’s New Leader, Leaps Into a World of Crises
Friedrich Merz is becoming chancellor at the most challenging time for Germany since reunification 35 years ago.
Friedrich Merz, Germany’s New Leader, Leaps Into a World of Crises
Friedrich Merz is poised to become chancellor at a challenging time for Germany. But in a first round of voting in Parliament, he fell short Tuesday of getting enough votes to be named leader.