Thorsten Frei

Thorsten Frei's achievements are measured by his rapid ascent to the highest echelons of German governance. His election to the Bundestag in 2013 was his first major national milestone, followed by his rise to leadership roles within the CDU. Serving as Head of the Federal Chancellery placed him at the center of executive decision-making in Germany, a testament to his administrative capabilities. His subsequent election as CDU/CSU Parliamentary Group Leader in July 2026 marks the pinnacle of his career so far, making him the leader of the largest faction in the Bundestag.