Politics · Germany · 10 hrs ago
Steinmeier’s term ends in 2027 as debate begins over the German presidency
Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s term as Germany’s president ends in March 2027, after ten years in office.
The approaching end of his term has prompted a discussion about whether Germany needs a successor at all.
Commentators Thomas Kausch and Hans-Jörg Vehlewald are taking part in the discussion.
They look back at what people remember about past German presidents, including whether any left a lasting mark beyond a memorable phrase.
The discussion also asks whether the high costs of the presidency are justified.
The discussion raises questions about the office and its costs, but gives no decision or details about what happens next.
Frank-Walter Steinmeier’s second term as German president ends in March 2027, after ten years in office.
A Bild article asks what Steinmeier and previous presidents will be remembered for.
It also questions whether the costs of the country’s highest office are justified.
Thomas Kausch and Bild chief reporter Hans-Jörg Vehlewald discuss the presidency and look back at earlier officeholders.
- Who
- German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, and commentators Thomas Kausch and Hans-Jörg Vehlewald.
- What
- Steinmeier’s term is due to end, prompting debate about the presidency’s legacy and costs.
- When
- March 2027. The article was published on 27 October 2026.
- Where
- Germany.
- Why
- The article raises questions about what presidents are remembered for and whether the office’s high costs are worthwhile.
This story does not have two clearly opposing sides.
Steinmeier’s ten-year term as president is due to end.
Steinmeier’s term is scheduled to end.
- President
- Frank-Walter Steinmeier
- Term ends
- March 2027
- Time in office
- Ten years
- Discussants
- Thomas Kausch and Hans-Jörg Vehlewald
- Published
- 27 October 2026
What people are saying
Außer Spesen nichts gewesen - Brauchen wir überhaupt einen Steinmeier-Nachfolger?