30 Jul, 17:27··
Merz Campaign Faces Test in Saxony-Anhalt.

Friedrich Merz is campaigning in Saxony-Anhalt. The election is important for the CDU party. The CDU is talking about possible results.
Markus Söder believes Friedrich Merz will stay in the election. Bärbel Bas suggested early retirement plans. The AfD is dealing with problems within its local group.
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Highlights
Merz Campaigns in Saxony-Anhalt
Friedrich Merz campaigned in Saxony-Anhalt before the September elections.
Election as a Test for CDU
The Saxony-Anhalt election is seen as a test for the CDU party.
CDU Discusses Future Scenarios
The CDU is talking about what will happen after the election.
Söder Supports Merz for Chancellor
Markus Söder said Friedrich Merz will be a candidate.
Dispute Over Early Retirement
A discussion arose about early retirement benefits from Bärbel Bas.
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