In Germany it is reported that Chancellor Friedrich Mertz may today officially announce Ilse Eigner as the government's candidate for the presidency of Germany. Einer served in the Bundestag and in the Merkel government, and is currently the president of the Bavarian parliament. The presidential elections are expected to take place at the end of January, and he will take office in March. If elected, she will be the first woman to hold the position.

In Germany it is reported that Chancellor Friedrich Mertz may today officially announce Ilse Eigner as the government's candidate for the presidency of Germany. Einer served in the Bundestag and in the Merkel government, and is currently the president of the Bavarian parliament. The presidential elections are expected to take place at the end of January, and he will take office in March. If elected, she will be the first woman to hold the position.