Merz proposes modifying existing regulations to impose constraints on immigration.
"Merz" chatted with Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) about the aftermath of the knife attack in Solingen earlier in the day. He shared his ideas and suggestions with the Chancellor during this discussion, Merz mentioned. His main points included modifications to immigration regulations and the Asylum Seekers' Benefits Act, as well as alterations in laws like police legislation. Additionally, he suggested that both him and Scholz should pick individuals who could swiftly discuss possible adjustments to the existing legal system.
Right about now, "it's high time that the democratic parties in the political center – CDU/CSU, SPD, FDP, and Greens – team up for collaborative strategies," Merz emphasized, bringing to mind an earlier appeal made by former Federal President Joachim Gauck. It's crucial that we manage to decrease this persistent influx of unlawful migrants in Germany.
Merz even proposed turning away asylum seekers at German borders. In his opinion, it's valid under the law since they had already traversed at least one safe country of origin, intruding "one country too far" as per EU guidelines. However, if indeed there were complications with EU laws, these regulations would need to be altered or a "national emergency" would have to be declared according to the EU treaties.
Merz's suggestions for addressing the immigration issue also extend beyond Germany's borders, as he suggested reviewing EU guidelines to potentially turn away asylum seekers who have traversed more than one safe country. Germany needs to strengthen its immigration regulations and Asylum Seekers' Benefits Act, as Merz highlighted during his discussion with Chancellor Scholz.
