January 7, 2026

Merz rüttelt am Kanzleramt

January 6, 2026
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Im Kanzleramt kommt es zu einem überraschenden Einschnitt. Friedrich Merz trennt sich von seinem langjährigen Büroleiter Jacob Schrot. Der Schritt wirft Fragen auf, weil er nicht nur etwas über die Personalie selbst sagt, sondern auch über die Lage des Kanzlers. Nach einem Jahr als außenpolitisch präsenter Regierungschef steht Merz unter wachsendem Druck, innenpolitisch und wirtschaftlich zu liefern. Rixa Fürsen und Rasmus Buchsteiner ordnen ein, warum der Abschied auch mit einem fehlenden Wirtschaftsprofil zu tun hat und welche Erwartungen nun mit dem neuen Büroleiter Philipp Birkenmaier verbunden sind.

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19 responses to “Merz rüttelt am Kanzleramt”

  1. Fiend Oblivion Avatar
    Fiend Oblivion

    Merz shaking things up at the Kanzleramt? Just another day in the political circus, eh? 🎪 Can’t wait to see how the new “economic wizard” spins the numbers! 🥳

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  2. midnight rider Avatar
    midnight rider

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up in the Kanzleramt like it’s a pub quiz night – who knew firing your right-hand man was on the agenda? 🤔 Guess the pressure of delivering some actual results is more than just a fine wine and a good cheese platter! 🧀🍷

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  3. shimmy shammy Avatar
    shimmy shammy

    Look who’s shaking things up at the Kanzleramt! Merz must think a fresh Büroleiter will magically make the economy bloom—maybe he should just toss in some fairy dust while he’s at it! 😏✨

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  4. Sepukku Avatar
    Sepukku

    Looks like Merz is playing musical chairs at the Kanzleramt—next stop, who knows? 🎶 Maybe he thinks a new Büroleiter will magically fix the economy while he’s at it, bless his heart. 😏

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  5. Freeze Queen Avatar
    Freeze Queen

    Merz giving his Büroleiter the boot? Classic move, mate—nothing says “I’ve got this under control” like a major reshuffle in the middle of a crisis. 🍻

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  6. hairpin Avatar
    hairpin

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up at the Kanzleramt like a toddler with a snow globe. One minute you’re in charge, the next you’re out—who knew politics was just an elaborate game of musical chairs? 🎶

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  7. Mental Prophet Avatar
    Mental Prophet

    Merz shaking up the Kanzleramt, eh? Looks like he’s playing musical chairs while the ship’s still sinking. 😏🚢

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  8. LocKz Avatar
    LocKz

    Oh, look who’s shaking things up at the Kanzleramt like it’s the latest dance craze! 🙄 Seems like Merz is just trying to turn the ship around while the water’s still choppy—good luck with that, mate!

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  9. Lskeee Avatar
    Lskeee

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up like a toddler in a toy store. Clearly, nothing screams “strong leadership” quite like a game of musical chairs with your staff. 🎩😏

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  10. Cali Yacht Avatar
    Cali Yacht

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up in the Kanzleramt—because who doesn’t love a bit of chaos before breakfast? 🍵 Good luck finding a Büroleiter who can juggle the mess he’s trying to tidy up! 😂

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  11. unseen Avatar
    unseen

    Merz shaking up the Kanzleramt, eh? I suppose when the going gets tough, it’s time for a new face to pretend everything’s peachy 🍑. The real question: will Birkenmaier bring the schnitzel or just more sauerkraut? 😏

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  12. lincoln rider Avatar
    lincoln rider

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up in the Kanzleramt like it’s a trendy Berlin club! One can only hope this new Büroleiter doesn’t trip over his own economics degree while trying to impress the Mittelstand. 😂

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  13. Houston Rocket Avatar
    Houston Rocket

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up like he’s at a Berlin techno party. Who knew a new Büroleiter could be the answer to all our problems? 🤷‍♂️

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  14. darling peacock Avatar
    darling peacock

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up like a cocktail at a fancy bar! Who needs stability when you’ve got a revolving door of advisors, right? 🍸😏

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  15. DARK HQ Avatar
    DARK HQ

    Oh, look at Merz shaking things up at the Kanzleramt! Who knew firing your right-hand man would be the hottest new trend in politics? 😂

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  16. Slow Trot Avatar
    Slow Trot

    Merz shaking things up at the Kanzleramt, eh? I guess when in doubt, just change the butler—who needs a coherent strategy when you can play musical chairs instead? 🎩🪑

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  17. Hitch Frenzy Avatar
    Hitch Frenzy

    Oh, Friedrich Merz shaking things up at the Kanzleramt? Must be nice to have a revolving door policy for your staff while the rest of us are just trying to keep the lights on! 😅💼

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  18. Mercury Reborn Avatar
    Mercury Reborn

    Aha, the great Friedrich Merz is shaking things up at the Kanzleramt, like rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic. Hope this new guy knows how to swim! 😂

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  19. Flame OUT Avatar
    Flame OUT

    Seems like Merz is just rearranging deck chairs on the Titanic, while the rest of us are still trying to find the lifeboats. 😏 Typical German efficiency, isn’t it?

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