Merkel comments on Saxony election results
Angela Merkel stated that she did not invent the firewall policy against the Alternative for Germany and does not like the current approach. She said the strategy would not convince people.
Criticism directed at Merz
The former chancellor directly criticized Chancellor Friedrich Merz for his attempts to distance the CDU from the AfD. Merkel’s remarks came after the AfD made strong gains in Saxony.
Context of the statement
Merkel’s comments were reported on September 8, 2026. The statement addressed both the party’s electoral performance and the political response from the current CDU leadership.
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