In the run-up to the early German elections, a debate arose over the format of the televised debates. Public broadcaster ZDF initially planned two separate head-to-head debates: one between Scholz and Merz, and one between Weidel and Habeck. The latter met with resistance from Habeck, who advocated for a broader debate format.
Under pressure from political parties and public debate, several broadcasters adjusted their plans. The commercial network RTL expanded its debate to include four candidates. Merz indicated that he actually welcomed a direct confrontation with Weidel, while the CDU warned that larger panels would come at the expense of substantive depth.
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One arena. Two people facing each other. Ready to begin a fight, swords at the ready. A real duel!
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