Friedrich Merz's Immigration Comments Spark Controversy
Friedrich Merz (CDU) sparked controversy with his statement about Germany's cityscapes and immigration news. Government spokesperson Stefan Kornelius later clarified his remarks.
Merz initially stated that the Chancellor has an issue with the cityscape due to immigration. This comment drew criticism on social media, with many interpreting it as a rejection of migrants.
Kornelius, previously the head of the politics department at Süddeutsche Zeitung, stepped in to explain. He denied that the Chancellor has any problem with the cityscape due to immigration. Instead, Kornelius clarified that Merz was referring to a shift in deportation policy. He emphasized that the government advocates for regulated immigration, not exclusion.
The Federal Press Office did not include Merz's statement in its protocol, citing neutrality requirements. Kornelius' clarification aimed to address the misinterpretation and provide context for Merz's comments on immigration news policy.
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