Friedrich Merz

Friedrich Merz is a German lawyer and politician, known for his affiliation with the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party. He was born on November 11, 1955, and has held various significant positions within the party and German politics. Merz served as a member of the Bundestag, the German federal parliament, and is known for his business-oriented approach to politics. He became the leader of the CDU in 2021, aiming to reposition the party and regain influence in German politics after its decline in recent elections. Merz is recognized for his views on economic reforms, immigration, and social issues, and he stands out as a prominent conservative voice in contemporary Germany.