Evers to be CDU candidate in Berlin.
Kai Wegner is no longer the leading candidate for the CDU in Berlin. Stefan Evers has been chosen as the new candidate. This change is happening before the upcoming Berlin elections.
The CDU in Berlin replaced Kai Wegner with Stefan Evers. Evers is currently the Berlin Finance Senator. This decision was made because of problems within the CDU. The party wants to improve its chances in the September elections. Stefan Evers discussed issues like Berlin’s debts and his reasons for not attending the CSD. The CDU is trying to find a new direction for its campaign.
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Highlights
Wegner Steps Down
Kai Wegner withdrew from being the leading candidate for the CDU in Berlin.
Evers Chosen as Candidate
Stefan Evers was chosen as the new leading candidate for the CDU.
CDU Seeks New Strategy
The CDU is changing its strategy for the upcoming Berlin elections.
Quick Leadership Change
The CDU quickly replaced its leading candidate before the election.
Evers Faces Difficult Task
Stefan Evers believes his new role is a difficult task.