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Merz says Spahn exit opens broader cabinet reshuffle
Filed: Jul 19, 2026 at 11:04 AM ET
Summary: Friedrich Merz said Jens Spahn’s departure could enable a broader government reshuffle.
WHO: Friedrich Merz
WHAT: Merz said Spahn’s exit opens the possibility of a broader cabinet reshuffle
WHEN: Jul 19, 2026 at 7:37 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: Jens Spahn, parliamentary group leader of the conservative bloc, has left his position
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