Germany’s conservative bloc led by Christian Democratic Union (CDU) won big in all-out federal elections with resounding victory and the biggest political earthquake h as been held in the country. Like in the case of the CDU, backed by leader of candidate for chancellor Friedrich Merz more than two-third majority over other parties including Social Democrats (SPD) and Green.
ProvidedAnalysis– Merz also gave a vigorous speech on camera the night following election, where he said U.S. power “overwhelms in German & European affairs.
Merz asserted that Germany ought to stand up for itself and deal with its own business; suggesting a readjustment of transatlantic relations. A Topic for Debate: With his comments, critics say he is undermining the established coalition while supporters cheer for independence. 
The new election result has been largely driven by the rising exasperation of the general population, who are fed up with their economy and U.S.-led related energy policies. Conservatives proved able to tap into a deep well of national resilience and energy security as analysts have summarised.
In the meantime Greens, who had hoped to exploit the climate fears were not even able to grab the ground shoot out with just a few mobilized and could make it to only 18%. The same applies to the SPD (down to a disastrous low of 22) led by incumbent Chancellor Olaf Scholz
With the conservatives gearing up for another term at the helm, the answer to this question will determine how Merz’s ambitions will define Europe and its role in the US.
