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CDU General Secretary Rejects Accusations Against Jens Spahn
In an interview with the Tagesspiegel, Carsten Linnemann, the General Secretary of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), has strongly rejected accusations that Union faction leader Jens Spahn wants to deliberately bring about the end of the black-red coalition to enable cooperation with the Alternative for Germany (AfD).
Linnemann also addressed the controversy surrounding the cancelled judges' election, stating that internal communication was not smooth during the last-minute cancellation. However, he did not provide details on a possible new agreement regarding the union's stance on the judges' election.
The CDU leader emphasized that Spahn consistently reaffirms the stance and decision-making of the CDU. He also stated that Spahn works day and night for the success of the coalition.
Linnemann further rejected accusations suggesting Union faction leader Jens Spahn wants to destroy the CDU, labelling them as malicious. He emphasized that everyone in the CDU with responsibility knows that the AfD wants to destroy the party.
The controversy arose after the SPD's original candidate for a judge position at the German Federal Constitutional Court (Bundesverfassungsgericht), Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf, withdrew her candidacy in early August due to opposition from the CDU/CSU. Brosius-Gersdorf's candidacy was rejected primarily because of controversy within the CDU/CSU, especially on issues like abortion, leading to resistance against her appointment.
Ricarda Lang, former Green Party leader, made accusations that Union faction leader Jens Spahn wants to bring about the end of the black-red coalition. Linnemann's statements were in response to these controversial accusations.
Linnemann also rejected speculation about external influence in the rejection of the SPD's candidate within the Union faction. He expressed optimism that a broadly supported solution within the coalition will be reached and emphasized that it is not productive to point fingers at each other in the current situation.
Linnemann's statements emphasize the CDU's opposition to cooperation with the AfD, a stance that has been consistent within the party. The ongoing controversy is expected to continue as both parties navigate the complexities of coalition politics.
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