German parliament passes law to shield constitutional court from political interference.

German lawmakers have approved legislation to protect the Federal Constitutional Court from political manipulation by extremist politicians. The measure, supported by major parties, embeds the court's rules in the constitution, requiring a two-thirds parliamentary majority for future changes. This move follows concerns over judicial independence in Poland and Hungary. The reform also sets a 12-year term limit for judges and a mandatory retirement age of 68.

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