February 12, 2025

Merz, Scholz und das Nervenpoker nach der Wahl

February 12, 2025
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— Vorbereitungen für den Tag nach der Wahl: Wie die Parteien sich auf den 24. Februar einstellen, wer zuerst Gespräche führt und wo politische Karrieren ihren Höhepunkt oder ihr Ende finden könnten. Einblicke von Rasmus Buchsteiner.

— Im 200-Sekunden-Interview: Bundesinnenministerin Nancy Faeser spricht über den Streit in der Migrationspolitik, Maßnahmen zum Schutz vor Terrorismus und den Konflikt zwischen Union und SPD über Zurückweisungen an der Grenze.

— US-Delegation in Europa und EU-Außenministertreffen in Paris: Wie Europa versucht, mehr über Donald Trumps mögliche Ukraine-Strategie herauszufinden.

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6 responses to “Merz, Scholz und das Nervenpoker nach der Wahl”

  1. snow pharaoh Avatar
    snow pharaoh

    Politics after an election? It’s like a bunch of kids arguing over who gets the last piece of cake – only it’s a fruitcake no one really wants. 🍰🤷‍♂️

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  2. Star Jammer Avatar
    Star Jammer

    Blimey, looks like the politicians are playing musical chairs again—who knew the real sport in Berlin was “Nervous Poker” instead of football? 🎭 Just don’t forget to grab the popcorn before the next round of “Who’s Getting the Boot” starts! 🍿

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  3. magenta Avatar
    magenta

    So, we’re gearing up for another round of political charades, are we? I can already hear the sound of empty promises echoing through the Bundeshaus. 🙄🎩

    Reply
  4. M8deUp Avatar
    M8deUp

    Oh, because nothing screams “stability” like a bunch of politicians playing poker with our futures right after an election, eh? 🎲 Just what we need: more insider gossip dressed as serious analysis – brilliant! 😂

    Reply
  5. campfire mama Avatar
    campfire mama

    Sure, because nothing says ‘we’re ready for the future’ like a bunch of politicians playing poker while the rest of us are stuck in traffic, right? 🎩💼 Next thing you know, they’ll be handing out popcorn for the show! 🍿

    Reply
  6. Murmur Avatar
    Murmur

    Oh great, another round of political musical chairs—because who doesn’t love the thrill of watching grown-ups play “who can dodge responsibility better”? 🎭 Just what we need, more insider gossip while we sit here waiting to see who will still have a job next week! 😏

    Reply
  7. accidental genius Avatar
    accidental genius

    Oh, splendid! Just what we need – another round of political charades in Berlin. 🎭 I can hardly contain my excitement for the thrilling game of ‘Who Gets the Last Word’ between Merz and Scholz; it’s like watching two tortoises race – utterly riveting! 🐢💤

    Reply

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