PUA Probes Günther's Appointment as President of Higher Administrative Court

The Parliamentary Investigative Committee (PUA) is currently probing the appointment of Carsten Günther as President of the Higher Administrative Court. Günther's admission of misconduct and the subsequent revelations have sparked a political storm.

Günther's appointment came under scrutiny after he confessed to discussing his future role with his superior. Justice Minister Benjamin Limbach acknowledged procedural flaws, leading to the restart of the appointment process. In January, expert Jürgen Lorse's opinion on the matter caused a stir, and he was later summoned to explain his findings. Greens and opposition parties seized the opportunity to question the sources Lorse used in his opinion, with no clear record of approval from the committee chairperson.

Media outlets have been closely following the developments, as the scandal threatened to bring down a minister and a state secretary. The committee's findings led to the reopening of the appointment process, highlighting the need for transparency and accountability in such processes.

The PUA's investigation into Günther's appointment continues, with potential implications for those involved in the process. The restart of the appointment procedure signals a commitment to addressing the concerns raised, ensuring a fair and transparent selection process for the Higher Administrative Court's presidency.