Alexander Schweitzer
Alexander Schweitzer is a prominent German politician and member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD), currently serving as the Minister-President of Rheinland-Pfalz. He has been active in regional politics and played a significant role in shaping the state's policies, particularly in the aftermath of the recent death of Justice Minister Mertin, where he praised Mertin's dedication to democratic values and his influence on the state's political framework.
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Alexander Schweitzer is the current chair of the Minister-President Conference who expressed a desire for a more comprehensive decision.
Ab 14? Ab 16? Länder ringen um Social-Media-Altersgrenze - Bayern bremst - Politik
Germany· 2026-03-06
Alexander Schweitzer announced that he would address the issue at the upcoming Prime Ministers' Conference.
Spritpreise in Deutschland: Auch E10 teurer als zwei Euro - Wirtschaftsministerin lässt Benzinpreise überprüfen - WirtschaftGermany· 2026-03-05
Alexander Schweitzer announced that he would address the issue at the upcoming conference.
Spritpreise in Deutschland: Ökonomen warnen vor einer Spritpreisbremse - WirtschaftGermany· 2026-03-04
Alexander Schweitzer is leading the election campaign in Rheinland-Pfalz.
Wahl in Rheinland-Pfalz: SPD-Ministerpräsident im „Kampf meines Lebens“ - PolitikGermany· 2026-02-26Alexander Schweitzer is the much more popular Minister-President of the SPD who has gained ground in the elections.
Für den Kanzler geht es in diesen Wochen um viel
Luxembourg· 2026-02-18
Alexander Schweitzer reacted with incomprehension to the proposal from the economic wing of the Union to restrict the legal entitlement to part-time work.
Deutschland: Bundesregierung senkt Konjunkturprognose - PolitikGermany· 2026-01-28
Alexander Schweitzer reacted with incomprehension to the proposal from the economic wing of the Union to restrict the legal entitlement to part-time work.
News am Abend - Nachrichten vom 26. Januar 2026 - PolitikGermany· 2026-01-26
Alexander Schweitzer, the deputy chairman of the SPD, reacted with incomprehension to the proposal from the Union's economic wing to restrict the legal right to part-time work.
Deutschland: SPD-Vize weist Teilzeit-Vorschlag aus Union zurück - PolitikGermany· 2026-01-26Alexander Schweitzer, the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate from the SPD, expressed that it is good that clarity now exists regarding the A1 project.
A1-Lückenschluss in der Eifel: Gericht ebnet Weg für AutobahnbauLuxembourg· 2025-11-18
Alexander Schweitzer expressed his opposition to the permanent establishment of fixed border controls.
Ein Jahr Grenzkontrollen in DeutschlandLuxembourg· 2025-09-14
Alexander Schweitzer's government plans to distribute 3.5 billion euros to municipalities in Rheinland-Pfalz.
Sondervermögen: Die 100-Milliarden-Frage - PolitikGermany· 2025-09-08
Alexander Schweitzer is the successor to Malu Dreyer who will have the incumbency advantage in the March 2026 elections.
Sachsen-Anhalt: Rainer Haseloff und die Gefahren des Anstands - MeinungGermany· 2025-08-07
Ministerpräsident Alexander Schweitzer warned that such a tariff increase poses existential challenges for businesses.
Rheinland-Pfalz sieht durch Einigung von EU und USA Weinbranche gefährdetLuxembourg· 2025-07-31
Alexander Schweitzer, the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate, discusses his height and daily life.
David Beckham mit Loch in der Frisur: Panne beim Haareschneiden - PanoramaGermany· 2025-07-22
Ministerpräsident Alexander Schweitzer was present at the Pride demonstration in Trier.
Polizei: Mehr als 1.000 Menschen bei Pride-Demo in TrierLuxembourg· 2025-07-19Alexander Schweitzer is the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate who urged the Berlin government to prioritize the expansion of the Mosel for shipping.
Nach Schleusen-Unfall auf Mosel: Stillstand soll nicht zu lang dauernLuxembourg· 2025-07-04
Alexander Schweitzer is the Minister President of Rhineland-Palatinate.
Deutschlands Koalition streitet um die StromsteuerLuxembourg· 2025-07-03
Alexander Schweitzer, the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate, has expressed support for Klingbeil's candidacy.
SPD: Esken kandidiert nicht mehr als Parteivorsitzende - PolitikGermany· 2025-05-12
Alexander Schweitzer, the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate, has publicly supported Lars Klingbeil's candidacy for party chair.
SPD: Esken kandidiert nicht mehr als Parteivorsitzende - PolitikGermany· 2025-05-11Alexander Schweitzer is the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate and has expressed support for Lars Klingbeil.
Saskia Eskens Zukunft ist ungewiss
Switzerland· 2025-04-28
Alexander Schweitzer is the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate who supports Klingbeil's leadership but does not endorse Esken.
Kritik an Klingbeils Umgang mit Esken - PolitikGermany· 2025-04-28Alexander Schweitzer heads the SPD group on 'Economy, Industry, Tourism'.
Streit bei Migration und WirtschaftSwitzerland· 2025-03-24
Alexander Schweitzer, the Minister-President of Rhineland-Palatinate, opposes the CDU's plans for expanding border controls.
Schweitzer sieht Grenzkontrollen als WohlstandsvernichtungsprogrammLuxembourg· 2025-02-25
Ministerpräsident Alexander Schweitzer honored Mertin as an outstanding representative of democratic values.
Rheinland-Pfalz: Justizminister Mertin in Koblenz gestorben - PolitikGermany· 2025-02-21
