Berlin (Voice Of Russia) Concerns are rising within German Chancellor Friedrich Merz\u2019s inner circle over the possibility that former Chancellor Angela Merkel may run for the German presidency, according to reports in the German media.<\/p>\n
Rumors circulating within the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), which Merkel previously led, have reportedly unsettled Merz and his allies, particularly due to the potential for her nomination by the Green Party, where she enjoys significant popularity.<\/p>\n
Political analysts note that a Merkel victory could put Merz in a difficult position, given the two leaders\u2019 past political differences. Merkel, who served as Germany\u2019s Chancellor from 2005 to 2021, played a role in removing Merz from his post as leader of the CDU\/CSU parliamentary faction in 2002, temporarily sidelining him from major politics.<\/p>\n
According to the report, Chancellor Merz is seeking a loyal and aligned president, with Education Minister Karin Prien and Bundestag President Julia Klockner reportedly being considered as possible candidates.<\/p>\n
In Germany, the president is elected by a special body called the Federal Convention, where the CDU\/CSU, as the largest faction, holds the strongest chance of success, though other political forces also influence the process. Although the presidential vote is scheduled for February 2027, the CDU has indicated it will officially announce its candidate in the coming weeks, highlighting the internal concerns.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Merkel\u2019s office has dismissed the rumors of her candidacy, calling them \u201cridiculous and baseless.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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