Elections: CDU defeat in northeast election - Left Party ahead in Berlin
The CDU is plummeting in the northeast – and in Berlin, a left-wing politician could lead the government for the first time. Both could have consequences for Chancellor Merz and the federal government.
The CDU has suffered a significant defeat in the state elections in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Berlin. In Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, the AfD has emerged as the strongest party with 37-38% of the vote, while the CDU has plummeted to 5-5.5%. The SPD, led by Minister-President Manuela Schwesig, has secured 35.5-36.5%. In Berlin, the Left has become the strongest party with 24.5-26% of the vote, ahead of the CDU with 20%. The election results are seen as a further challenge for Chancellor and CDU leader Friedrich Merz.
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