Merz's government approval plummets

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government approval rating has hit a record low of 29% after nearly 100 days in office. This represents a 10-point drop from the previous month, with 69% of respondents expressing dissatisfaction with the ruling coalition's performance. The poll, conducted by Infratest dimap, also shows Merz's personal approval rating at 32%, a significant decline in public trust.