As the campaign for the 2025 Bundestag elections begins, the SPD is already facing false accusations, including a fabricated social media campaign warning against opposition leader Friedrich Merz. SPD General Secretary Matthias Miersch has proposed a ‘Fairness Agreement’ among parties to ensure truthful campaigning and prevent misinformation. The SPD’s calls for responsible media practices come in light of previous falsehoods impacting both German and US elections, emphasizing the need for thorough fact-checking and integrity in political discourse.