Germany's Friedrich Merz falls short of majority in first vote to become chancellor
Friedrich Merz's bid to become Germany's next chancellor faced a setback as he failed to secure a majority in the Bundestag's initial vote, falling six votes short of the required 316. Despite a pre-approved coalition deal, some lawmakers defected, leaving the outcome uncertain.
Friedrich Merz's bid to become Germany's next chancellor faced a setback as he failed to secure a majority in the Bundestag's initial vote, falling six votes short of the required 316. Despite a pre-approved coalition deal, some lawmakers defected, leaving the outcome uncertain.
