Top ARD Executives Earn More Than German Chancellor

Recent salary disclosures reveal that several ARD executives have higher earnings than Olaf Scholz, sparking renewed debate over public broadcasting funding.

• Tom Buhrow, the WDR Intendant, earned 427,800 euros in 2023, making him the highest-paid ARD executive.
• Kai Gniffke of SWR and Joachim Knuth of NDR also have salaries exceeding the Chancellor's 360,000 euros.
• The salary disclosures have intensified discussions about the funding and compensation structure of public broadcasters.
• Many ARD executives receive additional benefits such as service cars and allowances, further increasing their total compensation.
• Public sentiment leans towards reducing executive salaries, with a survey showing 76% support for cuts.

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