Merz Hints at Debt Brake Reform before New Parliament Meets

Merz weighs using outgoing parliament to loosen debt brake

German election winner says he will hold talks with other parties to adopt constitutional change in next 30 days

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Willingness to ease off ‘debt brake’ may decide the German election

Rule dating from 2009 that limits borrowing looks vulnerable as main political parties promise to revive stalled economy. Germany is used to running its economy with the brake on. Ever since the ...

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Debt and defence headache for Merz after AfD and far left make gains

Election winner could struggle to reform strict borrowing rules due to opposition in next parliament

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Reform reformed

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3 home equity borrowing moves to make before the March Fed meeting

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Bills' James Cook wants to 'get what I deserve' in new contract, hints at $15 million per year

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Who is Friedrich Merz, the favorite to become Germany's new chancellor?

Friedrich Merz, who is poised to become Germany's chancellor in a CDU-led government, has extensive experience as a lawyer and working with major corporations.

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Mexico to reform constitution in wake of US terrorism designations

Mexico President Claudia Sheinbaum says she will propose reforms to the country’s constitution to protect Mexico’s sovereignty after U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration designated six ...

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Republicans Face Angry Voters at Town Halls, Hinting at Broader Backlash

After a monthlong honeymoon for the G.O.P. at the start of President Trump’s term, lawmakers are confronting a groundswell of fear and disaffection in districts around the country.

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No longer ‘forever’? Wu-Tang Clan hint at breakup with final world tour

The hip-hop legends will kick off US tour in June, and hint at further dates to ‘spread the Wu swag, music, and culture’. After more than 30 years of music, during which they created an entire ...

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Ex-Reform UK Wales leader accused of taking Russian-linked bribes

The ex-MEP and former UKIP Wales leader made favourable statements about Russia for money, a court hears.

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Ex-leader of Reform in Wales accused of taking bribes for pro-Russia messages

Nathan Gill made comments and wrote media articles on Ukraine while an MEP, court hears

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Europe needs Friedrich Merz to succeed

The first moves by Germany’s chancellor-designate are bold and encouraging

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Court Approves $795 Million Debt Deal for Spirit Airlines

A U.S. Bankruptcy Judge approved the Spirit Airlines’ restructuring proposal.

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Debt forgiveness vs. Chapter 11 bankruptcy: How to choose the best option

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Debt and Mental Health: How One Couple Found Help

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Who is Friedrich Merz and what’s in his in-tray?

Former banker almost certain to be Germany’s next chancellor faces testing domestic political and economic landscape – and then there’s Donald Trump. German election – latest updates Friedrich ...

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Watch: Merz thanks voters as he is greeted with cheers

Christian Democrats leader Friedrich Merz thanks those who placed their trust in the party and him.

BBC News - 19h

Cometh the hour, cometh eventually Friedrich Merz

Expectations of Germany’s next chancellor are already sky-high but coalition talks will be tough

Financial Times - 19h

Merz Appears Poised to Be Germany’s Next Chancellor

Exit polls suggest that Friedrich Merz, the candidate for the conservative Christian Democrats who has vowed to bring stronger leadership in Europe, will be Germany’s next leader. The hard-right ...

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It’s the Kemi delusion: the more the Tories run towards Reform, the more their voters will run to the Lib Dems | John Harris

The genius of UK Conservatism used to be how it responded to chaos using the balm of tradition. Secondhand Trumpism will only alienate its voters further. What times these are. As Donald Trump’s ...

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Merz Hints at Debt Brake Reform before New Parliament Meets

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