A prominent member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) is raising concerns regarding the potential reappointment of Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf to the Federal Constitutional Court. Saskia Ludwig, a member of the Bundestag, voiced her reservations in an interview with “Der Stern”, questioning the suitability of Brosius-Gersdorf for such a high judicial office.
Ludwig’s critique centers on what she perceives as a lack of impartiality and a compromised standing within the political landscape. She questioned why Brosius-Gersdorf did not withdraw her candidacy prior to the scheduled vote, suggesting her appointment was predetermined and unlikely to gain acceptance. Ludwig specifically pointed to her perceived associations with individuals described as “left-wing fundamentalists” adding that such connections might be particularly detrimental to perceptions of fairness, especially within eastern Germany.
Beyond the specific case of Brosius-Gersdorf, Ludwig is advocating for a reform of the process used to nominate candidates for the Federal Constitutional Court. She argues that the current system, implemented in 2018, which allocates three positions to the Social Democratic Party (SPD), one each to the Green Party and the Free Democratic Party (FDP), no longer reflects the composition of society. Ludwig questioned the rationale behind allowing individuals like Walter Miersch, whom she associates with radical left-leaning figures, to influence the appointment of four judges within the court. She believes a revised formula is needed to ensure a broader representation of perspectives within the judicial selection process.
