Overview

• NRW Ministerpräsident Hendrik Wüst testified that the OVG president selection was not influenced by political considerations during coalition negotiations.
• Ansgar Heveling, a CDU Bundestag member, admitted to intervening in the selection process by speaking with a federal judge, raising questions about his role and motivations.
• The Federal Constitutional Court previously overturned the OVG's decision on the appointment, citing indications of bias and procedural flaws.
• Opposition members questioned the timing of Heveling's actions, noting that no female candidate had applied when he reportedly advocated for one to be appointed.
• The parliamentary inquiry continues to investigate allegations of favoritism and political interference, with implications for judicial independence in NRW.