German conservative state premiers rally behind Merz in joint statement
Eight German conservative state premiers have publicly backed Chancellor Friedrich Merz, saying they will work with him to address voters' concerns.
Eight state premiers belonging to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's conservative bloc have issued a joint statement of support for the embattled leader, according to broadcaster ntv.
The premiers, representing the conservatives at the state level, said they would work alongside the chancellor to tackle the issues facing citizens. "The people can trust that we are addressing their problems. As state premiers, we want to - and will - contribute to this effort together with the chancellor," the statement said.
The intervention comes as Merz faces mounting pressure, though the wire report did not specify the nature of the challenges he is confronting. By speaking collectively, the eight premiers signal that the conservatives' regional leadership remains aligned with the chancellor.
The statement emphasizes a shared commitment to addressing public concerns, framing the premiers' role as complementary to the chancellor's efforts. It remains to be seen how the show of support will affect the broader political dynamics in Berlin.