The Federal President, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, has described the current governing coalition as having damaged itself in the context of a recent dispute surrounding judicial appointments within the Bundestag. Speaking in a Sunday interview on ZDF, Steinmeier acknowledged the evident strain on the coalition, referencing weekend media reports which highlighted the situation.
The issue concerns the process for electing several judges to the Federal Constitutional Court. Steinmeier emphasized the necessity of a swift resolution to the matter, indicating a need for timely decisions regarding the selection process.
While Steinmeier acknowledges the difficulties, he differs from the coalition’s assessment, suggesting the situation is not irreparable. However, he stressed that progress requires prompt decisions to be made. Recent calls, notably from the Green Party, have advocated for a special parliamentary session to reinstate the cancelled judicial election, prompting continued debate and scrutiny of the process.
