The Christian Social Union (CSU) has launched an election campaign with a vigorous call for a stringent approach to migration and internal security. The party's strategy emphasizes a "hard-line course" involving measures such as rejecting migrants at borders, granting asylum in third countries, and enforcing deportations. A novel aspect of their policy links the right to remain in Germany to the migrants' ability to earn a sufficient income. This stipulation asserts that migrants must contribute economically and not rely on state benefits.
Under the leadership of Alexander Dobrindt, the CSU also aims to realign German foreign policy with closer cooperation with the United States, particularly under the new administration of Donald Trump. This involves maintaining a strong transatlantic partnership and moving away from what they term as "left-green" ideological tones in foreign relations.
The CSU's stance has intensified as the Bundestag elections approach, reflecting their intent to go beyond the joint platform of the Union parties. Their proposals include deporting repeat offenders, conducting border rejections, and potentially implementing indefinite detention for non-departing migrants. The CSU's focus is to create a "Law-and-Order Germany" by ensuring that those who wish to stay meet specific economic criteria and abide by the country's laws.
The upcoming CSU caucus in Seeon will provide a platform to discuss these initiatives. The party's strategy aims to appeal to voters seeking a firmer stance on migration and promises an effective partnership with future government coalitions.
