German Federal Elections 2025

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Exit polls for the federal elections in Germany predict the Christian Democrats leading with around 33% of the vote, followed by the populist Alternative for Germany at nearly 20%. CDU leader Friedrich Merz pledges not to form a coalition with AfD. The centrist CDU may need to partner with the far-left Greens to form a government.

Key Points

  • CDU projected to have 29% of the vote
  • AfD projected to have 19.5% of the vote
  • Centrist CDU may need to partner with far-left Greens

Pros

  • Christian Democrats leading in the exit polls
  • Potential for a new government under CDU leadership

Cons

  • Populist AfD coming in strong at nearly 20%
  • Potential challenges in forming a coalition government