Olaf Scholz Defends Against Political Influence Allegations in Cum-Ex Investigation
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz appeared for the third time before the Hamburg parliamentary inquiry into the Cum-Ex scandal, denying any political interference. He emphasized the seriousness of tax evasion and declared his dedication to a just tax system. Scholz addressed issues surrounding the HSH Nordbank’s handling of fraudulent tax refunds and underscored the importance of transparency and accountability in such matters. Former Schleswig-Holstein Minister-President Peter Harry Carstensen also denied knowledge of any Cum-Ex transactions.