Merz thanks Spahn, Spahn returns to CDU.
Jens Spahn has left his position as leader of the CDU/CSU group. Thorsten Frei is now the leader. Janosch Frei also resigned from the CDU party.
Jens Spahn previously resigned from the CDU but is now returning. He received positive feedback, which surprised him. Janosch Frei’s resignation was due to disagreements with the government’s policies. CDU leaders want to continue a specific pension plan. This situation shows problems within the CDU party.
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Highlights
Spahn Resigns from Leadership
Jens Spahn resigned as leader of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group.
Merz Thanks Frei
Friedrich Merz thanked Thorsten Frei for taking over the leadership role.
Frei Resigns from CDU
Janosch Frei resigned from the CDU party in Brandenburg.
Pension Demand Remains
CDU state premiers want the installment-free pension to continue.
Spahn Receives Praise
Jens Spahn received a lot of praise after returning to the CDU.