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Ilse Aigner
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German political approval and presidential suitability
3 clusters · 7 sources · last updated
Latest: Friedrich Merz faces criticism amid low Chancellor approval ratings
By early July 2026, Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s personal approval rating fell sharply to 13%, indicating a steep decline in public support for the incumbent government. Critics have characterized Merz as lacking empathy,
German presidential succession debate
4 clusters · 45 sources · last updated
Latest: German political debate shifts toward gender for presidential succession
In early August 2026, Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder backed CSU politician Ilse Aigner for the Bundespräsidentenwahl, arguing that a woman should hold the office. SPD leaders – including faction head Sascha Bin