Kathrin Michel leads Saxony's SPD into the federal election
Following the break-up of the traffic light coalition, the parties are gearing up for an early general election in February. The SPD's top candidate in Saxony is co-leader Kathrin Michel.
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Torsten Herbst is the top candidate of the FDP Saxony
The FDP's election results in Saxony have been poor recently. Can it turn this around for the federal election?
Kretschmer presents Saxon cabinet - four new members included
The Saxon Minister President is focusing on continuity and renewal in equal measure. The new cabinet includes six familiar and four new faces. This also increases the proportion of women.
Coalition agreement signed by CDU and SPD
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
Coalition agreement signed by CDU and SPD
The Saxon coalition agreement is in the bag. Now the new government has to overcome one more hurdle - the election of the Minister President.
Prime Minister election: Greens call for No option
The time has come on Wednesday: Saxony will elect its prime minister. However, the Greens do not agree with the voting procedure.
Path clear for CDU-SPD minority government in Saxony
The way is clear for a minority government between the CDU and SPD in Saxony. After the CDU, the members of the SPD also voted in favor of the coalition agreement with a majority (78.1 percent). The election of the Minister President is scheduled for Wednesday.Copyright 2024, dpa (www.dpa.de). All r ..
Free Voters contest federal election with dual leadership
The Free Voters in Saxony see themselves caught between the CDU and the AfD. They have now determined their list of candidates for the Bundestag elections.
Paula Piechotta leads the Green list for the Bundestag election
Saxony's Greens have put together their team for the federal elections. The woman at the top comes from Leipzig and already has experience in federal politics.
BSW insists on concessions on peace
A "blackberry" coalition in Saxony has failed because it was not possible to agree on the peace formula demanded by the BSW. This could also play a role in the election of the head of government.
Saxony CDU votes for coalition agreement with a large majority
The CDU wants to enter into an alliance with the SPD in Saxony for another five years. The majority in favor of the coalition agreement is clear.
Greens do not want to vote for Kretschmer in MP election
The tablecloth seems to be finally torn. Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer cannot count on the votes of his former coalition partner, the Greens, in his re-election bid.
CDU votes on coalition agreement and Bundestag candidates
The approval of the CDU and SPD base for the new Saxon coalition agreement is considered certain. The CDU/CSU in the Free State also wants to set its personnel course for the new Bundestag.
CDU votes on coalition agreement and Bundestag candidates
The approval of the CDU and SPD base for the new Saxon coalition agreement is considered certain. The CDU/CSU in the Free State also wants to set its personnel course for the new Bundestag.
"Very short notice" - Greens meet CDU on Friday
Kretschmer wants to talk to the other parties in his search for a majority for the prime minister election. The meeting with the Greens will take place less than a week before the vote.
AfD politician Krah is a direct candidate for the Bundestag
The controversial AfD politician Maximilian Krah wants to move from the EU Parliament to the Bundestag. He has now cleared one hurdle: The AfD in Saxony is putting him forward as a direct candidate.
AfD calls for sole CDU government
The AfD is interfering in the formation of the government with a proposal: The CDU should govern alone - then the AfD parliamentary group would vote for Kretschmer.
SPD: Köpping and Panter to take over ministries
The SPD has named its ministerial candidates - but everything depends on the members' vote. Whether Saxony gets a new government will be decided in mid-December.
Saxon Greens still only with Müser as chairman
Following the surprising resignation of co-chairwoman Christin Furtenbacher, the party's executive committee elected the previous day now has five members. There is still a female leader.
Green Party state leader in Saxony resigns
Saxony's Green Party state chairwoman was only narrowly confirmed in office on Saturday. One day later, Christin Furtenbacher withdrew - she lacked the support of her party.
Saxony's Greens enter federal election campaign with old board
The Saxon Greens have already come to terms with their disappointing performance in the state elections. Now they are confirming the state executive committee - which will only be in office for a short time due to the federal elections.
Saxony's Greens elect state executive committee in Chemnitz
The Saxon Greens have already come to terms with their disappointing performance in the state elections. Now the party's internal elections are coming up.
BSW Chairwoman Zimmermann: CDU and SPD are leading us astray
BSW Chairwoman Sabine Zimmermann is clearly critical of the coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD.
SPD executive committee recommends acceptance of the coalition agreement
The coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD has been finalized. The SPD is now putting it to a vote of its members. The decision should be made two days before the possible date for the prime ministerial election.
Conservatives want economic ministry for the CDU
In Saxony, the CDU and SPD have agreed on a coalition agreement. However, parts of the CDU have criticized the division of responsibilities.
Coalition agreement: SPD members vote on December 16
The coalition agreement between the CDU and SPD has been finalized. The SPD is now putting it to a vote of its members. The decision should be made two days before the possible date for the prime ministerial election.
Pellmann elected as direct candidate of the Left Party in Leipzig
Left-wing politician Sören Pellmann has been winning his direct mandate in Leipzig with aplomb since 2017. His party is now officially sending him back into the race.
Günther: No majority for prime minister election
The CDU and SPD would not have a majority either for the election of the Minister President or for the budget. They would be walking into chaos with their eyes wide open, criticized Environment Minister Günther.
AfD co-founder Gauland elected to state list in Saxony
Co-founder Alexander Gauland actually wanted to retire from active politics. But now the 83-year-old wants to give it another go - and enter the Bundestag.
Chrupalla elected as top candidate of the Saxon AfD
Saxony's AfD is entering the federal election campaign with federal chairman Tino Chrupalla at the helm. The next federal election is expected to take place on February 23 following the end of the traffic light system.
AfD in Saxony selects list for Bundestag election
At its party conference in Löbau, the Saxon AfD wants to determine its personnel for the Bundestag elections. The list also contains some surprises.
Green Party board to run again - resignation announced
At the party conference at the beginning of December, the Green Party's executive committee first wants to be re-elected and then resign a few months later. The background to this is the general election.
AfD draws up state list for Bundestag elections
At a party conference, members of the AfD in Saxony vote on the list of candidates for the Bundestag elections. It could include some prominent names.
Kretschmer rules out move to Berlin
Minister President Michael Kretschmer could lead a minority government in the future - an unusual situation in Saxony. He does not want to go to Berlin instead.
Greens sharply criticize CDU and SPD in Saxony
The Greens in Saxony are on the outside looking in on attempts to form a government. They are not sparing in their criticism of the CDU and SPD - and are drawing boundaries for cooperation in the state parliament.
Greens sharply criticize CDU and SPD in Saxony
The Greens in Saxony are on the outside looking in on attempts to form a government. They are not sparing in their criticism of the CDU and SPD - and are drawing boundaries for cooperation in the state parliament.
Gauland sees CDU as main opponent in Bundestag election
The AfD co-founder now wants to run for the Bundestag again after all. In his former political home of Brandenburg, he attacks one party in particular.
BSW on agreement in Thuringia: different conditions in Saxony
BSW state director Sabine Zimmermann welcomes the Brombeer agreement in Thuringia. In Saxony, the CDU and SPD had missed the opportunity for a new start.
Green Party Conference in Chemnitz
The Greens' party conference was actually supposed to focus on evaluating the state election campaign. Now the focus is also shifting to dealing with the minority government of the CDU and SPD.
AfD co-founder Gauland wants to run for the Bundestag after all
Alexander Gauland actually wanted to retire from parliament after the Bundestag elections. Now the 83-year-old has apparently changed his mind.
Green Party Conference in Chemnitz
The Greens' party conference was actually supposed to focus on evaluating the state election campaign. Now the focus is also shifting to dealing with the minority government of the CDU and SPD.
AfD politician Krah wants to enter the Bundestag
In spring, he spoiled the AfD leadership's European election campaign with negative headlines. His AfD colleagues publicly ostracized him in the EU Parliament. Now Maximilian Krah wants to go to Berlin.
BSW in Saxony: On course despite failed government participation
In Brandenburg and Thuringia, the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance will probably be in government in the future. In Saxony, a coalition failed. The BSW sees the SPD as the main reason for this.
Greens do not want to be a majority procurer in Saxony
The tablecloth between the Greens and the CDU in Saxony appears to be completely torn. The wounds left by the Green bashing by head of government Kretschmer during the election campaign are clearly too deep.
Greens concerned about verbal hostility towards cultural institutions in Saxony
The Ministry of Culture reports "sometimes threatening letters from the audience" about a production at the Dresden State Theater. The art scene is also being targeted by extremists.
Greens see responsibility for government formation chaos with Kretschmer
Ahead of their state party conference, the Greens are calling on the CDU and SPD to rule out cooperation with the AfD even in the event of a minority government.
Saxony SPD's preference for candidate for chancellor unclear
The Saxon SPD is keeping a low profile when it comes to the question of its preferred candidate for chancellor. Of 13 sub-districts, only one has commented on the issue. And the party headquarters is also keeping quiet.
Saxony SPD's preference for candidate for chancellor unclear
The Saxon SPD is keeping a low profile when it comes to the question of its preferred candidate for chancellor. Of 13 sub-districts, only one has commented on the issue. And the party headquarters is also keeping quiet.
Saxon CDU politician Marco Wanderwitz will not stand for re-election to the Bundestag
Marco Wanderwitz sat in the Bundestag for over 20 years. Now he is no longer a candidate. His conclusion sounds sobering.
The Left set the pace with direct candidates - Bünger in Dresden
The early Bundestag elections are putting the parties under time pressure. As invitation deadlines also apply to the nomination of candidates, they have to be quick.
Independent voters doubt CDU-SPD government in Saxony
The Free Voters in Saxony are skeptical about a minority government consisting of the CDU and SPD. They do not believe in a change in political interaction.
BSW after controversial demo: Don't leave issues to the right
A politician from the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) appears at a peace demonstration in Görlitz - as does a representative of the far-right Free Saxons. The BSW defends itself against criticism.
Left Party leader warns against American-style election campaign
The Bundestag election will be a tight race for the Left Party. Polls currently put them at three or four percent of the second votes. The "Silberlocke" campaign is intended to help.
Habeck on black-green: there is no taboo
CSU leader Markus Söder repeatedly rejects a coalition with the Greens. The leading Green candidate warns of the consequences - and points to Saxony.
AfD district association selects Tino Chrupalla as direct candidate
In the last Bundestag election, AfD leader Tino Chrupalla clearly won his constituency of Görlitz. He has now been re-elected as a direct candidate.
Left Party federal chairwoman sees party well prepared for federal elections
The Left Party does not want to stand on one leg like a flamingo in the Bundestag election campaign and is therefore pursuing a dual strategy. In addition to direct mandates, they also want to clear the five percent hurdle.
Saxon Left at party conference - federal chairwoman as guest
The Left Party could tip the scales in the state parliament in future - for example if the BSW blocks the potential minority government of the CDU and SPD. But first they have to gather themselves.
BSW in Saxony wants to remain constructive in minority government
Many had expected the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance to be part of a new Saxon government. It is now in the opposition and wants to play a constructive role - but not at zero cost to the government.
CDU and SPD want to start coalition negotiations
A third alliance between the CDU and SPD is taking shape in Saxony. The parties want to present initial details on Friday. However, the partners do not have a stable majority in parliament.
Fewer pharmacies in Saxony
Cost pressure, staff shortages, supply bottlenecks and competition from online retailers: things have been better for pharmacies in the past. The Left believes that access to medicines is a question of justice.
The Left puts peace policy on the agenda in the Saxon state parliament
Three parliamentary groups in the Saxon state parliament have now rejected the planned stationing of US missiles in Germany. They are calling on the Saxon government to exert a corresponding influence on the federal government.
AfD calls for cross-party peace initiative in the Saxon state parliament
The AfD believes that diplomacy is the order of the day in Russia's war against Ukraine. AfD parliamentary group leader Jörg Urban is seeking support from other parliamentary groups in the state parliament.
Left-wing politician considers election date during the vacations disrespectful
Election campaigning in the middle of winter - the parties are unlikely to be happy about that. Who likes campaigning on the streets in sub-zero temperatures? In Saxony, there are also the vacations.
AfD spokesperson Matthias Moosdorf in trouble over involvement in Moscow music academy
The AfD member of parliament Matthias Moosdorf has accepted an honorary professorship at a renowned Moscow music academy. The move could have consequences for him.
Saxon Left Party leadership duo to remain in office
As the smallest parliamentary group in the new Saxon state parliament, the Left Party wants to represent a "responsible opposition". The future government can rely on the Left Party for the new budget, for example.
Study: AfD's strength in social media is overestimated
A new study analyzes the AfD's online campaign in the state elections in Saxony, Brandenburg and Thuringia. According to the study, the state associations pursued different strategies.
SPD leader considers formation of government in Saxony possible before Christmas
What will happen in Saxony after the failed exploratory talks? This is how Saxony's SPD leader Henning Homann sees the situation.
Kretschmer: "Governing without a majority should remain the exception"
Following the premature end of the Brombeer coalition between the CDU, BSW and SPD, a minority government remains the most likely option in Saxony. This must be carefully considered, says Kretschmer.
Minority government: SPD wants to talk to CDU in Saxony
After the end of the exploratory talks between the CDU, BSW and SPD, a minority government looks likely in Saxony. The CDU and SPD now want to consult with each other.
Saxony's CDU wants to examine minority government with SPD
After the end of exploratory talks between the CDU, BSW and SPD, a minority government looks likely in Saxony. The CDU now wants to consult with the Social Democrats.
Tom Unger takes over as acting CDU General Secretary
The former CDU General Secretary of Saxony, Alexander Dierks, is now President of the state parliament. A successor has been found.
Saxon CDU discusses further steps to form government
The exploratory talks for a joint coalition with the BSW and SPD have collapsed - now the Christian Democrats are sounding out their own ranks as to how a stable government can be formed.
Kretschmer in favor of quick federal elections
The traffic light coalition in the federal government has collapsed following a dispute between Chancellor Scholz and Finance Minister Lindner. Saxony's Minister President is calling for the way to be cleared quickly for new elections.
BSW rejects minority government in Saxony
There will be no coalition of CDU, BSW and SPD in Saxony for the time being, the search for alternatives is underway. Saxony's BSW leader is open to a two-party alliance with the CDU.
Kretschmer wants to form a "government capable of action"
Before coalition talks could be held, the BSW broke off exploratory talks with the CDU and SPD. This makes a minority government increasingly likely. Nevertheless, Kretschmer is banking on stability.
Political scientist criticizes BSW founder Wagenknecht's central understanding of leadership
The BSW is needed as a coalition partner in three eastern German states. In Saxony, it has now turned down potential partners. How should this be classified?
Conservatives see the end of the exploratory talks as an opportunity
The conservative Heimatunion in the CDU had already pushed for a minority government after the 2019 state elections because it disliked an alliance with the Greens. Now it believes the time is ripe.
Saxony seeks new government options after failed exploratory talks
In Saxony, the exploratory talks between the CDU, BSW and SPD have failed. There was no agreement on the peace issue in particular. The formation of a government is still up in the air.
Greens in Saxon state parliament sober after exploratory talks fail
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer had repeatedly slammed the Greens as a coalition partner during the election campaign. After the end of the Brombeer alliance, they are giving him the cold shoulder for the time being.
SPD leader criticizes BSW leadership after exploratory talks fail in Saxony
Saxony's SPD leader Homann sees the BSW's abandonment of the exploratory talks as a "rigged game".
Kretschmer blames Wagenknecht for failure in Saxony
From the point of view of Saxony's head of government, the breakdown of the talks came as a surprise. The question now is what happens next.
Exploratory talks between CDU, BSW and SPD in Saxony failed
The exploratory talks for a governing coalition between the CDU, the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) and the SPD in Saxony have failed. The talks were broken off without result, as the BSW announced. They were unable to reach an agreement on the peace formula, migration policy and finances.Copyrigh ..
Exploratory talks in Saxony continue with the topic of peace
The potential coalition partners CDU, BSW and SPD have reached a sticking point in the exploratory talks in Saxony. It concerns how to deal with the Russian war of aggression against Ukraine.
Gabriel criticizes SPD and CDU for concessions to BSW
Former Foreign Minister Gabriel is outraged that the BSW is able to push through foreign policy positions in possible coalition formations in the East. He is calling for the Wagenknecht party to be brought to heel.
SPD announces member consultation on coalition agreement
Two months after the state elections, the CDU, BSW and SPD are continuing to sound out a possible blackberry coalition. The SPD members are to have the final say on such a coalition.
Association warns of deadlock in government formation
The business community wants clarity about the future governing coalitions in Saxony and Thuringia as quickly as possible. This is also important for a good location policy, they say.
Many kittens in animal shelters - leftists insist on law
The animal shelters in Saxony are running out of space. Currently, many kittens in particular end up in their care. The Left Party has long held the state government accountable.
Exploratory talks in Saxony continue after spat
The Brombeer coalition in Saxony can continue to mature. After a dispute over voting behavior in the state parliament, the green light has now been given for the exploratory talks to continue.
CDU-Heimatunion wants member consultation on coalition
Some in the Saxony CDU have serious reservations about a joint government with the BSW. This is a question of "political hygiene", according to conservatives.
Dispute over BSW involvement in government negotiations in East Germany
After three state elections in eastern Germany, forming a government is proving difficult. It is about a demand of the BSW, but also about a person.
BSW parliamentary group leader wants to probe further in Saxony
What happens next in the exploratory talks in Saxony, which have been suspended for the time being? The BSW wants to continue negotiations - and is lashing out at its potential coalition partner, the SPD.
SPD: Meeting planned to continue exploratory talks
The Saxon SPD has interrupted the exploratory talks with the CDU and the BSW. A clarifying discussion is to take place on Monday.
Dresden political scientist criticizes BSW votes for AfD motion in state parliament
Just a few days after the start of exploratory talks with the CDU and SPD, the BSW voted in favor of an AfD motion in the state parliament. A political scientist therefore considers the new party to be unreliable.
Researchers: BSW unlikely to co-govern in three countries
The BSW is involved in talks about a possible coalition in Brandenburg, Saxony and Thuringia, and in some cases the talks have stalled. Political researcher Thomeczek assesses whether it could work in all cases.
Green Youth in Saxony with new dual leadership
Following the wave of resignations from the Green Youth, the youth organization in Saxony is also making a fresh start. The association is sharpening its profile with a key motion.
Exploratory talks in Saxony interrupted
The SPD has interrupted the ongoing exploratory talks in Saxony. One reason: together with the AfD, the BSW voted in favor of a committee of inquiry into the coronavirus pandemic.
Günther: BSW demands make the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end
In Saxony and Thuringia, the CDU is negotiating a possible coalition with the BSW, among others. Schleswig-Holstein's Minister President has a stomach ache - and an alternative in mind.
Exploratory talks for blackberry coalition concluded
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW come together for exploratory talks. However, Minister President Kretschmer is unsure whether a government will be formed.
Kretschmer: Not clear whether talks will lead to government
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW come together for exploratory talks. However, Minister President Kretschmer is unsure whether a government will be formed.
Exploratory talks for blackberry coalition begin in state parliament
After several introductory talks, the CDU, SPD and BSW will meet on Tuesday for exploratory talks. They are thus taking the next step towards a possible joint coalition.