German state election set to have far-reaching consequences

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Baden-Württemberg is heading to the polls in the first of five German state elections this year, with significant national implications. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is seeking a strong result to bolster his reform agenda at the federal level.

Baden-Württemberg will go to the polls this Sunday, in the first of five German state elections this year. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is hoping for a win to boost his push for reforms in the entire country.