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The Bremen Senate is undergoing a significant restructuring under the leadership of Andreas Bovenschulte, with two Senators, Ulrich Maurer and Sascha Aulepp, announcing their resignation during the legislative period. Senator Maurer was responsible for the Interior, while Aulepp oversaw Education.

The restructuring comes as the Senate, elected for a "half legislative period," is considering a potential redefinition of government terms. This move has sparked debate, with questions being raised about whether only Hanseatic politicians are capable of performing well in these key positions.

In response to the resignations, Senator Bovenschulte has proposed a government led by the Christian Democrats (CDU) with Wiebke Winter, the chairwoman of the Bremen CDU, as the leading candidate. Eva Hogg has been designated for the post of Senator of the Interior, and Mark Rackles for the position of Senator of Education.

Interestingly, both Hogg and Rackles hail from outside Bremen, a fact that has been met with criticism from CDU member Thomas Rönnekamp. Rönnekamp has publicly expressed his disappointment, stating that it's disappointing that key positions are being filled by non-Bremen residents.

The opposition has repeatedly demanded the most qualified politicians for top positions, and the focus on change in the Senate could be seen as a genuine concern for improvement or as more about party politics. Rönnekamp is using the debate to push for a change of government in Bremen, even suggesting a grand coalition.

However, a potential coalition government under CDU leadership in Bremen is not specifically outlined in the current information. General trends suggest that a CDU-led government might consider alliances with parties like the SPD or FDP, given broader national political dynamics.

The newly appointed Senators, Hogg and Rackles, will have to prove their qualities and navigate the complex political landscape of Bremen as they take on their respective roles. The restructuring of the Senate is a significant development, and the coming months will be crucial in determining its impact on the city-state.