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Setback for Merz as he falls short in first vote for German chancellor
Friedrich Merz did not secure enough parliamentary support to become Germany’s next chancellor in Tuesday’s initial vote. He fell just short of the required majority, receiving 310 votes—six fewer than the 316 needed for confirmation.
Following the announcement, Germany’s DAX stock index reacted negatively, dropping approximately 1% by 9:30 a.m. London time. The outcome came as a surprise, given the widespread belief that Merz had sufficient backing to be sworn in later the same day.
In response to the vote, the parliamentary session was temporarily suspended to give political factions time for internal discussions. A second round of voting is expected to take place soon.
This development introduces an unexpected hurdle in Merz’s path to leadership and may prompt renewed negotiations within the Bundestag.
