Friedrich Merz is a German politician and lawyer, known for his role within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) in Germany. He has served as a member of the Bundestag, the German federal parliament, and has held various leadership positions within the party. Merz is often associated with conservative economic policies and has a significant influence within the CDU, especially after his election as party leader in 2021. His political career includes advocacy for free market principles and a strong stance on issues like taxation and regulation.
Germany witnesses a political showdown between Friedrich Merz and Olaf Scholz, two charismatic leaders vying for the chancellorship. Friedrich Merz attempts a transformation from an impetuous figure to a composed…