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Ver.di union leader Frank Werneke defended the boos and whistles directed at Chancellor Merz during his speech at the DGB Congress, stating that Merz is not seeking consensus for his reform plans.
Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany's opposition CDU party, faced boos and whistles during his speech at the German Trade Union Confederation (DGB) congress. The negative reception occurred as he addressed economic reforms and other political issues.
Lars Klingbeil, co-leader of the SPD, stated at the DGB Congress that tax reform should involve a higher burden on top earners, while the DGB chairwoman Fahimi was re-elected with 96 percent of the votes.