Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrived late to a press event at the SPD headquarters, facing urgent complaints from industry leaders about soaring energy prices crippling the economy. With elections approaching, Scholz introduced a tax incentive to support investments, emphasizing the need for Germany’s industrial strength. However, his delayed response raises questions about his effectiveness as party approval ratings plummet. The SPD struggles to catch up to the CDU, led by Friedrich Merz. As divisions within the government grow, political stability remains uncertain ahead of the February 23 elections.