Kreisvorsitzendenkonferenz: „Es ging hoch her“ – Merz bekommt Frust der CDU-Basis zu spüren

The Kreisvorsitzendenkonferenz, described as "It was intense," witnessed Chancellor Merz receive the frustration of the CDU grassroots following the party's poor performance in the recent state elections. The conference, which took place in Berlin on Monday evening, aimed to address the crisis within the party and discuss its current state.

However, the atmosphere quickly shifted from structured discussions on structure, digitalization, and finances to open criticism of the government and the party headquarters. Chancellor Merz, who held a brief meeting around 17:30, addressed concerns regarding weak communication, poor expectations management, and the slow pace of reforms.

Over 30 speakers took the floor, expressing their discontent and frustration with attending the conference in Berlin. Chancellor Merz also announced his intention to propose a female candidate for the position of Germany's next Federal President, a move aimed at addressing the party's internal divisions and improving its image. Despite the conference's attempts to provide relief, many CDU officials and politicians remain uncertain about how the party can recover from its current crisis and prevent further election losses.