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Germany’s political landscape is heating up as Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces mounting pressure within his own CDU party, with whispers of a radical “chancellor swap” ahead of critical regional elections. With approval ratings at an all-time low and the far-right AfD gaining ground—especially in eastern states—CDU insiders are debating whether Merz can steer the ship. Some even consider former premier Hendrik Wüst as a potential successor, while others fear the party may break its historic pledge by collaborating with the AfD. This unprecedented leadership speculation threatens to shake Germany’s traditionally stable democracy, possibly forcing early elections and reshaping the nation’s political future.

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