Poll: Support for Merz government in Germany hits record low

A new ARD DeutschlandTrend survey shows that support for German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government has dropped to a record low, with only 13% of voters satisfied with its performance. Just 16% expressed satisfaction with Merz personally.

Support for Friedrich Merz's government in Germany has plummeted to an unprecedented low, according to the latest ARD DeutschlandTrend poll. Only 13% of German voters say they are satisfied with the government's work overall.

The chancellor himself fares only slightly better in the survey, with just 16% of respondents expressing approval of his performance. The findings represent the weakest support ratings recorded for the current administration since it took office.

The ARD DeutschlandTrend is one of Germany's most closely watched regular political surveys, providing a barometer of public sentiment toward the federal government. The dramatic drop in confidence comes amid ongoing debates over economic policy, migration, and Germany's role in European security.