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Germany's Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic state election defeat

Germany's Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic state election defeat
NPR News Sunday 20 September 2026, 17:29 UTC By The Associated Press 1 min read
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has faced a major electoral setback in two state elections, with his center-right party losing ground. The far-right Alternative for Germany party made significant gains.(Image credit: Markus Schreiber)

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has faced a major electoral setback in two state elections, with his center-right party losing ground. The far-right Alternative for Germany party made significant gains.

(Image credit: Markus Schreiber)

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