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Chancellor Friedrich Merz is pulling off a major cabinet reshuffle to reboot his struggling government ahead of crucial regional elections in September. Thorsten Frei moves to lead the parliamentary group, while Nina Warken steps into Frei’s old role as chief of staff, and Carsten Linnemann takes over as Health Minister. These moves come after a senior ally stepped down amid personal conduct issues, damaging credibility and raising questions about stability. Merz aims to project unity and reform, pushing for economic recovery and bold reforms like pension changes and tax cuts — though public trust remains low and the far-right AfD is gaining ground. More changes are expected soon, as Merz seeks a more dynamic, diverse, and effective administration — even as critics call the reshuffle chaotic and out of touch.

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