Merz failed to win a majority in parliament. What happens now?
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Friedrich Merz Fails in First Round of Voting to Become Germany’s Next Leader
The setback was likely temporary, but it was historic. No modern German chancellor has ever failed to secure the job on a first ballot in Parliament.