Overview
- Sales materials reported by multiple outlets show sponsor packages for the Ludwig-Erhard-Gipfel touting "influence on political decision-makers," exclusive dinners with ministers, and a confidential meeting lounge priced at roughly €40,000 to €80,000.
- Public filings indicate Wolfram Weimer still owns 50% of the Weimer Media Group, while the company says he left operational roles before taking office and that his wife exercises the voting rights.
- The Bavarian State Chancellery confirmed an internal compliance review focused on whether to continue state support, following recent funding via Bayern Innovativ that reached €165,000 in 2025.
- Greens and The Left in the Bundestag demand full transparency on the firm’s dealings and safeguards against conflicts of interest, while FDP and AfD figures escalate to calls for Weimer’s resignation.
- Weimer and the Weimer Media Group reject the accusations as false, insist no paid access is sold, and say they will pursue legal action; at least one criminal complaint has been reported.