German ministries spend €6M on furniture amid austerity push

German federal ministries have spent nearly €6 million on furniture, decor, and equipment since May 2025, drawing sharp criticism from the Bund der Steuerzahler for hypocrisy amid government austerity messaging. The spending suggests a disconnect between fiscal rhetoric and actual administrative behavior, potentially fueling domestic political backlash.

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