CDU Election Party in Magdeburg Sees Empty Hall as Results Halve

During the state election night in Saxony-Anhalt, the CDU's result halved compared to 2021, marking a historic decline. However, at the CDU's election party held at the Maritim Hotel in Magdeburg, an unexpected scene unfolded: instead of shock or dismay, the hall was nearly empty. As the 6 PM projection approached, about 200 invited guests were present, but by the time the final result was announced, an estimated two-thirds had already left. The goulash soup, described as the evening's highlight, remained in pots, and the bar served mostly non-alcoholic drinks instead of sparkling wine. Notably, Reiner Haseloff, who had been Minister-President for 15 years, did not attend. The report, published by Der Freitag and written by Michael Bartsch, captures the mood of resignation and low expectations among CDU supporters.