Tag: Bundestag
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Poll: Union Edges AfD as Economic Confidence Slips in Germany
Latest poll results The latest ZDF Politbarometer shows the Union (CDU/CSU) narrowly ahead of the AfD, continuing a tense, swing voter dynamic in Germany. The CDU/CSU group rises by one percentage point to 27 percent, while the AfD slips by one point to 25 percent. The SPD remains at 15 percent, the Greens gain one…
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Bundestag Elects Three New Judges for the Federal Constitutional Court
Introduction to the Election of New Judges In a significant political development, the Bundestag has successfully elected three new judges to the Federal Constitutional Court. This election, held in a secret ballot, saw Sigrid Emmenegger, Günter Spinner, and Ann-Katrin Kaufhold receiving the required two-thirds majority. This decision marks an essential step in maintaining judicial balance…
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Bundestag Elects Three New Justices for the Federal Constitutional Court
Introduction In a significant political move, the Bundestag has successfully elected three new justices to the Federal Constitutional Court, Germany’s highest court. This decision, announced by Bundestagsvizepräsidentin Andrea Lindholz, comes after a prior unsuccessful attempt in July. The New Justices The newly elected justices are Sigrid Emmenegger, Günter Spinner, and Ann-Katrin Kaufhold. In a secret…
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Election of New Constitutional Judges Scheduled for September 25
Upcoming Election for New Constitutional Judges The Federal Constitutional Court in Germany will soon see the appointment of three new judges, with the Bundestag scheduled to vote on September 25, 2023. This crucial decision reflects the ongoing commitment to upholding the rule of law and ensuring judicial independence within the German legal framework. Background of…
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Schwarz-Rot’s Goals for Autumn: Key Financial Issues Ahead
Introduction to the Schwarz-Rot Coalition The summer break has come to an end, and the Bundestag is set to reconvene this Wednesday. The Schwarz-Rot coalition, consisting of the Social Democrats (SPD) and the Christian Democrats (CDU), aims to address several pressing financial issues before the end of the year. The coalition faces significant challenges, particularly…
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Schwarz-Rot’s Autumn Agenda: Key Financial Issues Ahead
Return from Summer Break: What’s Next for Schwarz-Rot? The parliamentary summer break has come to an end, and the Bundestag is set to reconvene this Wednesday. As the Schwarz-Rot coalition returns to work, there are significant financial issues that demand immediate attention. This article provides a detailed overview of the key challenges and agenda items…
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Schwarz-Rot startet in den Herbst: Finanzfragen im Fokus
Einleitung Die parlamentarische Sommerpause ist vorbei, und die schwarz-rote Koalition steht vor einer Vielzahl von Herausforderungen. Ab Mittwoch, wenn der Bundestag wieder tagt, steht besonders die Finanzpolitik im Vordergrund. Hier ist ein Überblick über die wichtigsten Themen und Herausforderungen, die die Koalition angehen muss. Finanzpolitische Baustellen In den letzten Monaten hat sich in der Koalition…