Germany: Friedrich Merz cancels New York trip to handle electoral crisis

Chancellor Friedrich Merz cancels his trip to the United States to focus on internal elections.

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His party, the CDU, faces challenges following disappointing results in recent regional votes.

This decision highlights the growing pressure on Germany's governing coalition.

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