[HIGHLIGHTS] Before coalition considerations, CDU leader Friedrich Merz calls for actions instead of interviews from the FDP

CDU leader Friedrich Merz calls for actions instead of interviews from the FDP. FDP is currently in government with the SPD and the Greens.

General Secretary Bijan Djir-Sarai is making advances to the CDU. Merz once again “completely” ruled out collaboration with the AfD.  Merz emphasized that the Union wanted to become the strongest force again in the federal election, independent of everyone else.. The FDP continues to bear responsibility for the results of this government.