GermanyBundestagChristian Democratic UnionNorth Rhine-Westphalia · Steinfurt I – Borken IMember of the Bundestag
Jens Spahn
Profile
Jens Spahn is a prominent German politician who has served as a member of the Bundestag for the constituency of Steinfurt I – Borken I since 2002. A member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), he previously served as the Federal Minister of Health from 2018 to 2021, overseeing Germany's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Known for his economic liberal views and advocacy for pension reform, Spahn has held various leadership roles within the CDU/CSU parliamentary group, including serving as majority leader for the Union in the 21st Bundestag. Throughout his career, he has been a vocal participant in debates regarding healthcare policy, migration, and intergenerational equity.
Details
- Born
- 1980-05-16 · 46 years old
- Birth place
- Ahaus, Germany
- Education
- University of Hagen (Bachelor's and Master's in Political Science)
- Career
- Bank teller
