Overview

• Wilke opted to remain in his hometown of Frankfurt (Oder) rather than relocate to Potsdam after taking office in May.
• He covers the daily commute in a government vehicle fitted out as a rolling office.
• He has only had to stay overnight in Potsdam on one occasion since his appointment.
• He conducts many meetings via phone or video conference during the autobahn journey.
• His extended workday often runs from 6:30 a.m. to around midnight, reflecting a higher pace than his tenure as mayor.