Virologist Streeck nominated as CDU candidate for Bundestag

Hendrik Streeck: Virologist runs for the Bundestag

Virologist Hendrik Streeck, director of the Institute of Virology at the University Hospital Bonn, has been nominated as the direct candidate for the 2025 federal election. Streeck sees this election as a crucial turning point to overcome societal division, combat populism, and restore trust in democratic institutions. The Bonn constituency holds historical significance for the CDU, but is currently represented by a Green Party MP. Streeck, who joined the CDU before the pandemic, emphasizes the seriousness of the COVID-19 pandemic. His aim is to represent Bonn in Berlin and tackle the challenges by recognizing them and implementing solutions. Streeck's nomination comes after he gained prominence as a renowned COVID-19 expert through numerous media appearances during the pandemic.