Tax discounts and minimum wages: Linnemann and Klingbeil rely on progress!

Tax discounts and minimum wages: Linnemann and Klingbeil rely on progress!

München, Deutschland - The CDU general secretary Carsten Linnemann has announced that a reduction in income tax for 2027 will be sought. This future forecast emphasizes that the current coalition agreement lays a solid basis for economic growth. Linnemann expressed that income tax relief could be realistic in two years, which arouses both hopes for relief for citizens and companies. In this context, he further explained that responsibility for the planned increase in the minimum wage to 15 euros per hour is not anchored in the coalition agreement. This task lies in the hands of the minimum wage commission.

SPD boss Lars Klingbeil, on the other hand, is optimistic about the appropriateness of the minimum lighter increase. He considers it possible that the Commission can implement the desired 15 euros in 2026. At the same time, he appeals to his party to avoid internal conflicts and focus on the common to ensure a better start for the new government. These statements are particularly relevant with regard to the tensions that exist between the coalition partners, since the SPD basis has already been expressed displeasure with the new coalition agreement.

coalition agreement and member vote

The vote on the coalition agreement is a central point in the current discussions. According to the information from Tagesschau , the SPD members will have the opportunity for two weeks from Tuesday to coordinate this contract. Some JUSO associations have already made decisions on rejection, which shows the challenges with which Klingbeil is confronted. Despite these internal resistance, he remains confident and emphasizes the need for a stable government in this uncertain time.

Friedrich Merz, the CDU boss, has in turn expressed concerns about certain points of the coalition agreement. In particular, the planned increase in the minimum wage is considered not secured, and he makes it clear that there is no legal automatism for the increase to 15 euros. Nevertheless, Klingbeil sees the goals for tax cuts as clearly agreed and calls for constructive cooperation in the coalition.

criticism and adjustments in migration policy

parallel to the political discussions about tax and wage policy, there are also critical voices on other aspects of the coalition negotiations. The Greens express concerns about planned tightening in migration policy, which leads to a certain displeasure. Members of the Greens, such as Jamila Schäfer, question the legal implementability of the proposed measures. These concerns are enriched by concerns from the Austrian side, where the stricter course welcomes, but is warned of possible negative effects on the Bavarian borders.

The new plans of the coalition agreement also provide for changes for employees. This includes raising the minimum wage, increasing the commuter flat rate and significant adjustments during working hours. These adjustments can be found in some cases in the catering industry, although criticism of unions is also loud.

The Bavarian business representative Bertram Brossardt calls for further tax cuts and reforms of the social security systems in addition to the previous measures. Against this background, it remains to be seen how the political landscape and the economic framework will develop in the coming years.