Sigmar Gabriel discusses US midterm election results

Former German Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel, chairman of the Atlantic Bridge association, discussed the recent Democratic landslide victory in the US midterm elections during an appearance on the program Caren Miosga. Gabriel expressed optimism, stating that the results demonstrate that democracy functions and that authoritarian figures can be voted out, which he described as good news for the world.

However, Gabriel cautioned US Democrats against premature conclusions, noting that their ability to win the presidency will depend on their subsequent policies. Journalist Annett Meiritz, deputy editor-in-chief of Politico Germany, added that the new congressional composition does not guarantee stability. She suggested that the influx of left-leaning Democrats seeking systemic change could lead to internal party conflicts over the next two years leading up to the presidential election.