The Social Democratic Party (SPD) anticipates support from the center-right Union faction regarding the upcoming selection of a judge for the Federal Constitutional Court. SPD leader Lars Klingbeil expressed confidence in securing the Union’s backing, stating in interviews with the Neue Berliner Redaktionsgesellschaft and the Stuttgarter Zeitung/Stuttgarter Nachrichten, that he believes they will uphold their commitments.
The nomination of Sigrid Emmenegger, a judge from the Federal Administrative Court, follows the recent withdrawal of Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf from consideration. Klingbeil emphasized the qualifications of Emmenegger, asserting that her suitability for the position is beyond question. He further cautioned against any deviation from previously established agreements, highlighting the importance of a consistent approach to the judicial appointments process. The selection is scheduled for next week.
