Germany Approves 'Migration Law': Coalition Angers Merkel

germany - Approval of a migration law by aligning with far-right AfD party in Germany sparks controversy ahead of the upcoming elections.

Germany Approves 'Migration Law'

Germany's leading party CDU/CSU's collaboration with the far-right AfD party for an anti-migration law has drawn criticism.

Merkel's Critique

Even Angela Merkel, former Chancellor of Germany, criticized the party's alignment with AfD, stating it goes against the commitment to not cooperate with the far-right party.

Scholz's Reaction

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz also condemned the CDU/AfD collaboration as an 'unforgivable mistake' during a TV program, signaling a lack of trust in Friedrich Merz.

The proposal, aimed at stopping illegal migration and facilitating deportations, received 348 votes in favor, including 75 from AfD members, sparking debates on democratic values.

Current Polls

Recent polls show Merz's CDU/CSU coalition leading with approximately 30% support, followed by AfD with around 20% under Alice Weidel's leadership.