Politics
German Political Shifts After State Elections
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced a significant electoral setback in two state elections, with his center-right party losing ground to the far-right Alternative for Germany. Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar defended President Trump's decision to ban certain media outlets from the White House.
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NPR
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.
2026-09-20 17:29 UTC
The Hill
Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) on Sunday said President Trump "has his own style" in handling reporters who cover him, defending his move to ban CNN, Politico and MS NOW's reporters from the White House. "I think that he has his own style and that he will determine who he wants to talk to, but..
2026-09-20 17:18 UTC