“I can imagine what a difficult time she is going through,” says Merz about Bärbel Bas
Quick Look
- Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) commented on the resignation of Labor Minister Bärbel Bas.
- He respects her decision, but regrets it.
- Alexander Schweitzer was named as his successor and his appointment will be proposed to the Federal President.
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Why It Matters
Labor Minister Bärbel Bas has resigned from her position. Friedrich Merz has proposed Alexander Schweitzer as her successor.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) commented on the resignation of Labor Minister Bärbel Bas at a press conference. He explained in the Konrad-Adenauer-Haus: "Ms. Bas and I have worked together very well and trustingly in the federal government for almost a year and a half. I regret her personal decision. But I respect her. I can imagine what difficult times she is currently going through."
He made her personal wishes. Alexander Schweitzer was named as his successor. Merz wants to submit the proposal to the Federal President today. “He takes on a very big responsibility,” said Merz.
Regarding the situation of the CDU, Merz explained that you cannot reinvent a party “over a weekend”. “We have to work our way out of a slump,” he said, speaking of seriousness and mutual trust.
What to Watch
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Appointment of Alexander Schweitzer as Minister of Labor
Very likely · Within days
Open Questions
- What are the exact reasons for Bärbel Bas' resignation?
