Voters in Germany have shown strong support for centrist conservatives, likely leading to Friedrich Merz becoming the next chancellor, while the far-right party Alternative for Germany gains traction.

Germany's recent election resulted in the likely election of Friedrich Merz as chancellor, with the Christian Democrats leading the vote, while the Trump administration's influence appeared minimal.

In the recent German parliamentary election, Friedrich Merz and the Christian Democrats emerged victorious, positioning Merz to become the next Chancellor following the collapse of Olaf Scholz's coalition government.