Friedrich Merz: Quick Facts
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Germany news: Presidential candidate Ilse Aigner meets with parties in Bundestag, but not AfD or Linke
• Nov. 10, 2026, 3:27 PM ET (Deutsche Welle)
Ilse Aigner could become Germany's first female president
• Nov. 10, 2026, 10:10 AM ET (Deutsche Welle)
Germany set to get its first female president after Merz backs Bavarian conservative Aigner
• Nov. 9, 2026, 9:24 AM ET (Straits Times)
Friedrich Merz says he will name Ilse Aigner as Germany’s first woman president
• Nov. 8, 2026, 7:14 PM ET (Straits Times)
Could Ilse Aigner become Germany's first female head of state?
• Nov. 8, 2026, 12:12 PM ET (Deutsche Welle)
Facts
| Born | November 11, 1955 (age 71) • Germany |
|---|---|
| Title / Office | chancellor (2025-), Germany |
| Political Affiliation | Christian Democratic Union |
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