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In the aftermath of the vote, Scholz has requested President Frank-Walter Steinmeier to dissolve the current legislature, prompting an urgent call for voters to return to the ballot box. The political turmoil comes as a direct result of the collapse of his coalition government, which had been rife with internal strife.
Coalition Collapse: The Background
The crisis deepened on November 6, when Scholz's three-party coalition fractured, leading to his Finance Minister being fired. This decision triggered a series of events that ultimately led to the recent confidence vote. Scholz’s leadership has been characterized by instability and dissatisfaction among coalition partners, contributing to his declining popularity.