Scholz answers Musk: Supporting democracy in Germany.


Scholz answers Musk: Supporting democracy in Germany.

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Scholz answers Musk: Supporting democracy in Germany.

Germany is having another election soon because the government couldn't agree on how to fix the economy. The current leader, Olaf Scholz, wants to stay in charge, but his party isn't doing so well in the polls.

A rich businessman named Elon Musk said that only one party, called the AfD, can help Germany. The AfD is considered a far-right party, and many people don't agree with their ideas.

When asked about Musk's comment, Scholz said that everyone is allowed to have their own opinion, even if it's wrong. He emphasized that other parties in Germany don't agree with Musk's view.

Some people wondered if the German government would stop using Musk's social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), because of his comment. However, the government said they would stay on the platform because it's important for reaching people.

Scholz lost a vote of confidence, which means many people don't support him anymore. The German president will now decide whether to have a new election, and he will announce his decision soon.


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Why is Germany having another election soon?

Because the government couldn't agree on how to fix the economy.

What did Elon Musk say about the AfD party?

He said that only the AfD can help Germany.

What will the German president decide?

He will decide whether to have a new election.


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Scholz answers Musk: Supporting democracy in Germany.