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Thursday, April 17, 2025

Hamburg Votes: SPD Eyes Retention

Published: 2025-03-01

Hamburg is gearing up for its state election, with 1.3 million voters deciding the future of the city-state's parliament.

The ruling SPD-Green coalition, led by Mayor Peter Tschentscher, faces challenges despite leading in polls.

The CDU, under Dennis Thering, is gaining momentum, aiming to disrupt the current coalition.

In a heated TV debate, Tschentscher emphasized the success of the SPD-Green government, while Thering criticized their policies, urging voters to back the CDU to prevent another term for the Greens.

Polls suggest the SPD remains ahead with 33%, but both SPD and Greens are expected to lose some ground compared to 2020. The CDU could become the second-largest party, marking a significant shift in Hamburg's political landscape.