German Chancellor Friedrich Merz suggests a possible reshuffle of the Government following the resignation of an influential conservative politician.

The German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that the resignation of Jens Spahn, the leader of the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, could pave the way for a cabinet reshuffle.

Spahn, an influential politician from the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), announced his resignation after the controversy surrounding surrogacy, through which he and his wife became parents in the United States, sparked criticism among party colleagues. The CDU opposes this practice and supports maintaining the ban in Germany. In his resignation letter, Spahn emphasized that the decision to start a family is not compatible with his political role, considering the pressures within the party.

Merz stated that the current situation "could represent an opportunity" for changes, without specifying which ministers might be affected.