German Law Upholds Citizen’s Right to Call Merz “Pinocchio”

 

The public prosecutor’s office in Heilbronn has dropped proceedings against a retiree who compared Chancellor Friedrich Merz to “Pinocchio the liar.” Authorities explained that the remark falls under freedom of expression and does not constitute a punishable offense. The case sparked debate in German media, with commentators noting that the ruling reinforces the protection of free speech, even when directed at high-ranking political figures.

Sources – Agencies