Christian Lindner Distances Himself from Musk and Milei After Backlash

The FDP leader revises his rhetoric on controversial figures, advocating measured reforms over extreme approaches.

Christian Lindner, leader of Germany's FDP, has tempered his earlier praise for Elon Musk and Argentine President Javier Milei following widespread criticism.
Lindner now advocates for moderate reforms, comparing the need for change in Germany to using a 'hedge trimmer' rather than Milei's metaphorical 'chainsaw.'
Elon Musk recently endorsed Germany's far-right AfD party, prompting Lindner to criticize Musk's political judgment and reaffirm his opposition to the AfD's policies.
Musk held a public conversation with AfD leader Alice Weidel, further solidifying his support for the party, which Lindner claims seeks to destabilize Germany.
The controversy highlights tensions within Germany's political landscape as Lindner navigates the FDP's declining popularity and seeks to distance his party from far-right influences.