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Government crisis: Who will save the Basic Law from a standstill?
The expulsion of Finance Minister Lindner brings the government into crisis. There is pressure to act before the new elections in February.
Government crisis: Who will save the Basic Law from a standstill?
Frankfurt (ots)
The political stage in Germany is dominated by Sturm und Drang! After the dismissal of Finance Minister Christian Lindner, the government is left without majority support. Each party is fighting on its own in the chaotic election campaign that has already begun! In the midst of this urgent situation, a heated debate took place on Wednesday about Chancellor Olaf Scholz's government declaration - it was clear that no standstill should be allowed here. The new elections in February are just around the corner and urgent projects are pressing to be tackled.
Parliament's ability to act under scrutiny
Despite the tense situation, Parliament remains able to act! But the crucial question is: Is it willing to act? The first priority must be the protection of the Federal Constitutional Court. The dark experiences from Poland, Hungary and the USA urge caution - authoritarian forces could try to disempower this important institution! The traffic light parties have agreed with the Union on a law that could make it significantly more difficult to dismantle the jurisdiction. This law must remain the focus now, in the simmering election campaign!
The signals from Union parliamentary group leader Friedrich Merz on Wednesday make people sit up and take notice and give hope. But what about other important topics? The political climate remains tense and it is essential that those involved do everything they can to defend democracy and secure the foundations of our constitutional state. The clock is ticking!