started · updated
Friedrich Merz defends reforms at Berlin CDU campaign event
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz used a campaign event for the Berlin House of Representatives election to deliver a broad policy address. Merz defended his reform plans and military strengthening, asserting that Germany has emerged from its economic crisis and projecting a 1.3 percent economic growth rate for 2026. He also expressed support for Berlin CDU candidate Stefan Evers, praising the city's startup scene and culture while emphasizing the need for immigration to support the labor market.
Amidst internal party tensions and upcoming elections, CDU Deputy Chairwoman Karin Prien called for party unity and solidarity behind Merz. She urged members to end internal debates, noting that the party currently faces feelings of exhaustion and powerlessness.
In Berlin, the CDU is competing closely with the Left for the top position. Stefan Evers has centered his campaign on preventing the Left from governing the city, framing the contest around issues of stability, housing, and combating antisemitism.
Entities
Berlin · CDU · Friedrich Merz · Germany · Karin Prien · Stefan Evers
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Social security system reforms are being implemented for younger generations. www.ikz-online.de · www.wp.de · www.abendblatt.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] Germany has emerged from its economic crisis. www.ikz-online.de · www.wp.de · www.abendblatt.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] Merz endorsed Stefan Evers as the CDU candidate for the Berlin House of Representatives election. www.ikz-online.de · www.wp.de · www.abendblatt.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] Germany is projected to have 1.3 percent economic growth in 2026. www.ikz-online.de · www.wp.de · www.abendblatt.de
- [● 3 SOURCES] Germany is an immigration country that requires labor market immigration. www.ikz-online.de · www.wp.de · www.abendblatt.de