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Host Markus Lanz makes a dramatic entrance during the neckwear exhibition on ZDF.

On Tuesday evening (2 Sept.), Markus Lanz engages in a conversation with CSU leader Markus Söder. However, he unexpectedly turns abrupt.

ZDF's necklace presentation witnesses an impromptu entry by Markus Lanz.
ZDF's necklace presentation witnesses an impromptu entry by Markus Lanz.

Host Markus Lanz makes a dramatic entrance during the neckwear exhibition on ZDF.

In the realm of German politics and media, a heated debate has arisen between two prominent figures: Markus Söder, the Bavarian Minister-President, and talk show host Markus Lanz. The topic of discussion? Taxation for high earners.

During a recent episode of Lanz's show, which airs on ZDF on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after 23:00, Söder advocated for billionaires to pay less tax. However, Lanz expressed his disagreement with this stance, setting the stage for a compelling exchange.

Lanz clarified that he did not suggest everyone in Germany who is a high earner should not pay taxes. Instead, he emphasised the importance of a fair and balanced tax system. Söder, in response, inquired if Lanz suggested no taxes for high earners in Germany, to which Lanz responded negatively.

The disagreement between the two men deepened when Söder argued for the halving of the inheritance tax in Bavaria. He claimed it is an unfair tax that burdens only frozen money, causing families to sell houses to pay it. Lanz, however, did not address this specific point directly during the show.

After airing, episodes of Markus Lanz's show can be streamed for free in the ZDF media library, allowing viewers to revisit the lively discussion between Söder and Lanz on the topic of taxation for high earners. The debate is certain to continue, as both men hold strong opinions on this contentious issue.

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