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Spahn scandal: mask purchases in the focus of a secret report!
Former State Secretary Sudhof is investigating Jens Spahn's mask deals during the pandemic. Report incriminates Spahn, publication required.
Spahn scandal: mask purchases in the focus of a secret report!
A real political thriller about the procurement of masks during the corona pandemic is taking new turns. Former State Secretary Margaretha Sudhof has prepared a report on the controversial transactions during this turbulent time on behalf of the incumbent Health Minister Karl Lauterbach. Over 1.5 billion euros are said to have been spent on masks, and according to the allegations, Jens Spahn, former health minister (CDU), made questionable decisions more than once. However, the results of the investigation, which are to be presented to Parliament, contain numerous redactions, which makes clarification even more difficult South German newspaper reported.
Spahn is not only criticized because of the mask procurement. He is accused of awarding a large contract to a logistics company from his home country without tendering, while being confronted with warnings which he ignored. An unpleasant detail that weighs heavily on the former minister. Many of the masks he procured were ultimately destroyed, and some suppliers are still waiting for payments. Loud ZDF Affected companies are now suing Spahn.
The central report and its consequences
Margaretha Sudhof's report is not just limited to the masks. The procurement of protective clothing and disinfectants is also on the list of charges. According to information from World The 170-page report has been kept secret since April 2025. This could cause serious political waves, because the Greens are calling for immediate publication in order to clarify the background to the mask scandal. Parliamentary group leader Britta Haßelmann describes the mask procurement as “scandalous” and compares the financial consequences with the car toll debacle of the former transport minister.
In addition, refusing to publish could have far-reaching consequences for Spahn. If he tries to excuse himself with unconfirmed information, experts warn of the possible consequences. According to media reports, Spahn is characterized as having little teamwork ability and stubbornness, which portrays his role in crisis management in a less than pleasant light. The Union itself supports Spahn and describes the criticism as motivated by party politics.
Further course and transaction risks
The Federal Minister of the Interior and the current Minister Nina Warken (CDU) are also at the center of events. According to information, transparency suffers due to the “denial of access” to the report. While the traffic light coalition insists on clarification, the shadow of the mask affair is currently hanging over the heads of those responsible.
What will happen to the allegations that have been viewed? The political discussion surrounding the silencing of the report could make a decisive contribution to clarification. While the opposition is coming up with a clear demand for publication, it remains exciting to see how the situation will develop and whether Spahn has all the answers to escape this fateful misery.