Saxon Left has a new board
Susanne Schaper and Stefan Hartmann led the Left Party in Bavaria for six years. Now the party has a new leader.
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Left-wing party sets conditions for approval of the budget
Without adjustments to the debt brake, a say in the distribution of special assets and significant improvements in areas such as care, there will be no budget resolution with the party.
Left Party Chairwoman: Time for new heads
Farewell after six years, a plan for the future until 2029: at the party conference in Leipzig, the Saxon Left Party elects a new board - and already has its sights set on the next state elections.
AfD sets conditions for approval of the budget
The AfD links approval of the budget to three key issues. It wants to enter into talks with the CDU on these issues.
Former construction minister Geywitz leaves SPD leadership
Together with Olaf Scholz, she stood as a duo for the SPD federal chairmanship and became vice federal chairwoman: Klara Geywitz. She wants to give up this office. The Eastern SPD supports a Social Democrat from Saxony.
Thuringian Green politician sees party in crisis of confidence
In 2024, the Greens were kicked out of parliaments and governments, and the polls don't look rosy for the 2026 elections either. Green politician Madeleine Henfling is calling for a rethink.
BSW: Bundeswehr should not recruit minors
The Bundeswehr sends postcards to young people, advertising over 50 training occupations and courses of study, among other things. Not everyone finds this suitable.
Left party demands higher social security contributions for high incomes
The number of millionaires in Saxony is rising. The Left Party wants top earners to contribute more to the financing of the social systems - that would not make anyone poor, but would make everyone richer.
AfD wants to make the Day of Prayer and Repentance free of charge for employees
Saxony is the only federal state in which the Day of Prayer and Repentance is still a public holiday. However, employees in the state pay dearly for this. The AfD now wants to change this.
Kretschmer: Non-election of AfD committee candidates wrong
The AfD candidates for committee chairs in the Bundestag have all failed. The CDU/CSU had also previously advised against their election. Saxony's Minister President is of a different opinion.
Greens warn against "austerity therapy" for healthcare
Saxony has to make savings. This also applies to areas where we would actually like to spend more money. However, the Greens do not want to accept any further cuts in healthcare.
Left-wing parties call for initiatives to ban the AfD
The Left Party in the Saxon state parliament believes the time is ripe for an AfD ban procedure. Only the Federal Constitutional Court can decide on this.
Free voters call for a political style with less exclusion
Firewalls are not helpful for constructive debate and discourse, according to the Free Voters in eastern Germany. This primarily refers to the demarcation from the AfD.
Torsten Herbst re-elected to the FDP Federal Executive Committee
Herbst is back on the FDP federal executive - and wants to give his party new momentum. The man from Dresden is hoping for a comeback for his party in the next elections.
Greens in Saxony vote in favor of banning AfD
Saxony's Greens are calling for the AfD to be banned - with broad support. Even former skeptics are now in favour. The party conference makes it clear: the call for consequences is getting louder.
Greens in Saxony elect Helbig and Storz as party leaders
At their party conference in Neukieritzsch, the Saxon Greens elected Martin Helbig and Coretta Storz as their leaders. Former Minister Günther surprisingly withdrew his candidacy.
Saxony's Greens elect Storz and Helbig as new dual leadership
The Greens in Saxony are realigning themselves after last year's state election. The favorite dropped his candidacy at the last minute.
Banaszak wants AfD ban proceedings "before it's too late"
At the party conference in Saxony, Green Party leader Banaszak once again calls for an AfD ban - and warns of the creeping decline of democracy. At the same time, he warns against equating doubt with closeness to the AfD.
State party conference of the Saxon Greens begins
The Saxon Greens have digested their defeat in the state elections and want to set a stronger political course again. A party conference will also be held to set the course in terms of personnel.
Greens at party conference in Neukieritzsch - election of dual leadership
The Saxon Greens want to reorganize their personnel at a party conference in Neukieritzsch near Leipzig. However, motions and discussions are on the agenda before the board elections.
Köpping proposed as deputy chairwoman of the SPD
SPD politician Petra Köpping was considered a promising candidate for the federal cabinet. The East German SPD state associations want her to carry more weight in the party.
AfD wants more money for music schools
Music schools are not only under severe cost pressure in Saxony. The AfD fears that soon only higher earners will be able to send their children to lessons.
Greens consider cuts to fire protection irresponsible
Saxony has had painful experiences with forest fires in recent years. The fact that the Saxon government now wants to make savings on fire protection, of all things, is met with displeasure.
Left and Greens demand more money for animal shelters in Saxony
Saxony's animal shelters have been working at the limit for a long time. Now the state subsidies are to be cut back considerably. The Left and the Greens are not prepared to accept this.
Greens with 375 proposed amendments for the double budget
The Left Party and the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance have already presented their plans for changes to the Saxon government's draft budget. The proposals from the Greens are also quite something.
Höcke and Urban present expert opinion against observation
The legal dispute between the Office for the Protection of the Constitution and the AfD over its classification is likely to continue. Party right-winger Höcke intervenes with an expert opinion.
Saxon Greens elect new board this weekend
The Saxon Greens lost ground in the state elections. With a new team, they now only want to look ahead.
Left Party leader criticizes own profit with Rheinmetall shares
Jan van Aken is a shareholder in the arms company - so that he can attend shareholder meetings. This has an interesting side effect for the chairman of the Left Party.
Van Aken: Merz policy "prepares the nest" for the AfD
The Left sees itself as an opponent of the right-wing AfD. But it is also fiercely opposed to the black-red federal government.
Left parties limit their parliamentary mandates to twelve years
Politics as a career? This is not the way forward for left-wing MPs. After a certain amount of time in parliament, they should leave.
Left for talks "on an equal footing" with the CDU/CSU
In the Bundestag, some issues must be decided by a two-thirds majority. The Left Party would go along with this in individual cases - but it imposes conditions.
Green politician sees Saxony in a deep crisis
The tablecloth between the Saxon Greens and their former coalition partner, the CDU, seems to have finally been cut. Green Party leader Wolfram Günther draws a sobering conclusion.
AfD wants to conquer Meißen town hall with René Jurisch
The AfD wants to anchor itself even more firmly in local politics and is also sending non-party candidates into the race. In Meißen, it is relying on a former NPD member.
The Left announces a plethora of amendments to the budget
The Saxon double budget for 2025/2026 is scheduled to be passed by the state parliament in June. The coalition needs votes from the opposition for this. But they are making many demands.
After AfD classification: Minister rejects attitude test
For the Office for the Protection of the Constitution, the AfD is a "confirmed right-wing extremist movement". Does this also have consequences in Saxony?
BSW in Saxony does not believe in the AfD ban debate
The BSW in Saxony does not see the debate on banning the AfD as a solution. Politics must change in order to remove the breeding ground for the party.
SPD, Left and Greens in Saxony want consequences for AfD
What happens after the classification of the AfD in the federal government? The SPD, Greens and Left Party in Saxony are calling for a clear demarcation.
Homann: New coalition must get started quickly
The Saxon SPD believes that the new federal coalition must move quickly to implement its plans. Some things are particularly important.
Eastern Green politicians: East should be given more weight
Greens from the East demand a more important role for the East German Greens in the Bundestag parliamentary group. The Green Party leader reacts.
Michel and Homann want to remain SPD chairmen
Kathrin Michel and Henning Homann want to continue to lead the SPD Saxony - and are focusing on a modernization course. They also want to tackle difficult questions.
Kretschmer: Policy change possible with CDU cabinet list
It is now clear who the CDU ministers in future Chancellor Merz's cabinet will be. How are the personnel details being received in the party?
Saxon CDU MP becomes Minister of State for Sport
Christiane Schenderlein headed the Culture and Media working group during the coalition negotiations. She has been given a new post in the new government.
FDP criticizes plans for statutory educational leave
There is a legal entitlement to educational leave in 14 federal states - only Bavaria and Saxony are still missing. However, there is also criticism of the plan from associations and the FDP.
Power struggle in the Thuringian BSW - regional heads intervene
The two Thuringian BSW leaders are also ministers and MPs. Too many offices, say some in the party. A scramble for top posts is looming. BSW leaders from neighboring states are now positioning themselves.
Left: CDU must give up resistance to new debt
Like the Greens and the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance, the Left Party in the Saxon state parliament wants to finance urgently needed investments through loans. The CDU has so far been strictly opposed to this.
Dealing with the AfD: Kretschmer and Amthor stand by Spahn
Jens Spahn does not want to treat the AfD in the Bundestag any differently to other opposition parties in terms of organization. Union politicians from the East have a similar view.
Saxon Juso leader criticizes coalition agreement
Across Germany, the SPD's young generation is dissatisfied with the agreements with the CDU/CSU. Renegotiations are also being demanded in Bavaria.
CDU parliamentary group leader is against new debt
The Saxon state parliament is due to pass a new double budget by the summer break. However, the coalition of CDU and SPD does not have a majority - and there is a debate about new debt.
Left party warns against planned cuts to consumer protection
The state government wants to cut millions from consumer protection and insolvency advice. The Left Party is sounding the alarm: for some institutions, their very existence is at stake.
FDP elects new leader - Schniebel wants to reposition party
The party reached a historic low in last year's state elections. The new chairman wants to turn the Free Democrats back into a force to be reckoned with in Saxony.
Eastern German heads of government: future coalition must deliver quickly
There is still a lot of skepticism among the population that black-red will change things for the better. The CDU and SPD do not have much time left, say weighty CDU politicians from the East.
Commissioner for Eastern Europe in the Ministry of Finance in future
In their coalition agreement, the CDU/CSU and SPD pay tribute to the achievements of the people in East Germany since 1990. The paper also contains a number of political plans for the East.
Heimatunion calls for members' vote on coalition agreement
The CDU is criticizing the coalition negotiations with the SPD. Leaked information is unsettling some in the CDU/CSU. There are also calls for a referendum in Saxony.
Kretschmer calls for an end to party-political tactics
The turbulence on the global stock markets is putting the CDU/CSU and SPD under pressure in the federal coalition negotiations. Saxony's Minister President wants a swift agreement.
Free voters in Saxony continue to reject firewall to AfD
The Free Voters in Saxony are sticking to their guns: a firewall to the AfD makes little sense in their view. The party is thus taking a stand against the federal executive.
Around 37,000 people dependent on citizen's income despite having a job
Poor despite working: For many people, their wages are not enough to cover all their living costs. They are dependent on citizen's allowance and are referred to as supplementary income recipients.
Greens want to increase their presence in eastern Germany
The eastern German states are difficult terrain for the Greens. Now the party's federal executive board wants to go on the offensive.
May 8 to be a day of remembrance in Saxony - CDU in favor of left-wing law
The Saxon minority government is dependent on votes from the opposition to gain a majority. For the first time, the Left Party has the opportunity to get its own projects through the state parliament.
Left: East German must lead central ministry
The AfD performed particularly well in the eastern German states in the federal elections. For Left Party politician Dietmar Bartsch, this results in a clear demand.
Kraushaar: Many will have to share special assets
Today, the Federal Council is deciding on the multi-billion euro financial package. Saxony's Infrastructure Minister Kraushaar is expecting tough negotiations on the distribution of funds.
Greens: Merz cabinet must not be a step backwards for the East
In the exploratory talks for a coalition between the CDU and SPD in the federal government, West Germans were among themselves with two exceptions. This is viewed critically in the East.
Kretschmer defends debt package and criticizes Europeans
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer believes the special fund is the right thing to do. However, he also wants to solve other obstacles to growth. He has a clear message for Europeans on the war in Ukraine.
SPD leader Homann calls for two East Germans in federal government
Saxony's SPD leader Henning Homann calls for two East German ministers in the federal government - and criticizes the lack of East German representation in important working groups.
Prime ministers call for further reforms
The CDU/CSU and SPD want to invest huge sums in the Bundeswehr and infrastructure. To do so, they also need the approval of the Bundesrat. Two CDU state leaders express their wishes.
Kretschmer: Union and SPD have agreed on policy change
The CDU/CSU and SPD have reached an agreement on the most difficult issues on the way to a new federal government. Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer speaks of a change in policy.
Constituency office of Left Party politician Pellmann smeared
Politicians have to put up with a lot in these times. Their constituency offices are also repeatedly the target of attacks. Sören Pellmann (Left Party) from Leipzig has now been hit again.
Union politicians optimistic about exploratory talks with the SPD
Following the scandal between US President Trump and Ukrainian head of state Selensky, the exploratory talks in Berlin are also under increased time pressure. They continue in the afternoon.
CDU invites to political Ash Wednesday in Bautzen
The CDU's political Ash Wednesday in Bautzen has a long tradition. The local veteran of the CDU - Marko Schiemann - invites prominent speakers every year. This time it's a political pensioner's turn.
Verdict: Savings bank must set up current account for free Saxons
Sparkasse Chemnitz has been arguing for years with the far-right Free Saxons about opening a current account. The bank strictly refused. Now a court has ruled.
Free Voters of Saxony insist on conservative course
The Free Voters in the Free State of Saxony are demanding consequences from the party's defeat in the federal elections. They are clearly rejecting a more left-wing course.
Firewall debate: AfD invites Saxony CDU to talks
The CDU in Saxony has also made it unmistakably clear after the parliamentary elections: there will be no cooperation with the AfD. In an open letter, the party nevertheless invites us to a discussion.
The Left is once again the party with the most members in Saxony
The Left Party is currently experiencing a real boom. In Saxony, they are once again ahead in terms of membership figures after a wave of new members in recent weeks.
BSW regional associations should take on more responsibility
The rise of the BSW appears to have been halted for the time being. As the young party failed to enter the Bundestag for the first time, more responsibility will now rest with the regional associations.
Parties analyze election results - debate about firewall
After every election, parties emphasize positive aspects even after a defeat. In Saxony, the AfD presents itself confidently after a clear victory and questions the firewall.
BSW Vice Chairman does not want to believe in the end of the party after the election
The rise of the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance appears to have been halted for the time being. The young party has failed to enter the Bundestag for the first time. Nevertheless, people in Saxony remain optimistic.
SPD leader sees election defeat as a call for renewal
Failure as an opportunity: the SPD must first find itself after the disaster of the federal elections. In Saxony, however, the defeat is also seen as a signal of new beginnings.
AfD Saxony hopes for an end to the firewall
The topic of demolition is currently playing a major role in Dresden. Citizens want the broken Carola Bridge to be demolished quickly. The AfD has something else in mind when it comes to demolition.
FDP politician Herbst in favor of relentless reappraisal
The FDP is facing a shambles. As things stand, it will no longer be represented in the next Bundestag. There are already calls for a reappraisal.
Fake videos with ballot papers: Reference to Russian campaign
Videos of alleged manipulation of ballot papers to the detriment of the AfD appeared online. The authorities were quickly able to expose these as forgeries. The trail leads to Russia.
CDU state leaders in the east back Merz
The CDU political celebrities from the new federal states meet in Halle for the final spurt of the election campaign. They will discuss the paper "For a new departure in the East" and the candidate for Chancellor.
CDU wants to test start-up BAföG in eastern Germany
A few days before the Bundestag elections, the CDU has presented a paper on its ideas for eastern Germany. The main aim is to boost the SME economy.
Saxony MP Kretschmer against black-green coalition
Saxony's head of government Kretschmer sides with Bavaria's Prime Minister Söder. He says: No coalition with the Greens.
Left and FDP with election program also in Sorbian
Every vote counts. That is why some parties also rely on advertising and information during elections, and not just in German.
Fist punch and firecrackers thrown: attack on left-wing campaigner
Threats, insults, violence - left-wing campaigners have already been attacked several times in Saxony. In Bautzen, the team at an information stand was hit.
Scholz: Germany needs immigration for prosperity
At the SPD election campaign appearance in Leipzig, Chancellor Scholz calls for an objective debate on migration. He warns that prosperity cannot be secured without immigration.
CDU MPs from Saxony and Thuringia defend Merz
The fact that the CDU/CSU has accepted AfD votes in the Bundestag is partly upsetting the CDU. The heads of government of Saxony and Thuringia consider the approach to be correct.
Criticism of BSW politician Machill - party warns of campaign
BSW politician Marcel Machill is accused of violating his duty of neutrality as a professor. He himself admits that he made a mistake.
Left with a wave of new members - 470 new members since Wednesday
Since the founding of the BSW, the Left has had to contend with a significant decline in election results. Elsewhere, however, the curve is clearly pointing upwards.
Kretschmer: The AfD's biggest enemy is the CDU
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer clearly backs Union Chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz in the migration debate. Attitude is not a substitute for action.
BSW deplores shortage of GPs and calls for remedy
The shortage of GPs is also evident in Saxony. "Health insurance is getting more and more expensive, but basic care is getting worse and worse," complains the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance.
Merz calls on SPD to give in on migration policy
Union chancellor candidate Friedrich Merz wants to make the AfD superfluous. He also believes that his own party is partly to blame for its rise.
Asylum policy: CDU and SPD at loggerheads in Saxony
Reactions to the CDU's plans for a tougher migration policy are fierce. The CDU/CSU in Saxony takes offense at a post by its coalition partner, the SPD.
Demonstrations against Union plans on migration
The protest follows hot on the heels. In a vote on migration policy, the AfD becomes a majority procurer for the CDU/CSU in the Bundestag for the first time. The streets of the country are filled with discontent.
Heimatunion sees CDU freed from "hostage-taking"
Union chancellor candidate Merz is sticking to proposals for a tougher migration policy despite criticism, even if the AfD agrees. In Saxony, he has the support of the CDU/CSU.
FDP state list in Saxony approved despite complaint
A complaint against several FDP state lists caused a stir. The Liberals in Saxony were also affected. However, the state election committee has now given the green light.
AfD Saxony relies on main proceedings after OVG decision
The Office for the Protection of the Constitution has classified the Saxon AfD as right-wing extremist. The party's complaint was rejected. The state association of the AfD Saxony is relying on the main proceedings.
AfD does not want to participate in consultation mechanism
The CDU and SPD are dependent on the votes of other parties to pass resolutions. The minority government therefore wants to involve all parliamentary groups. The AfD doubts the seriousness of the proposal.
Court: AfD may be labeled right-wing extremist
The Office for the Protection of the Constitution has classified the AfD in Saxony as right-wing extremist. The Higher Administrative Court rejected an appeal by the party. The AfD was finally defeated.
Bundestag election: 19 parties have submitted state lists
Significantly fewer state lists were received by the state returning officer this year.
Several attacks on election campaigners - especially left-wingers affected
Just over a week ago, the parties in Saxony put up their first election posters. Several teams were injured, threatened or insulted in the process. One party in particular was affected.