The appearance of comedian Didi Hallervorden at the CDU campaign event in Saxony-Anhalt has sparked significant criticism. In particular, the Union itself has expressed discontent over Hallervorden's remarks, in which he equated the party leadership under Friedrich Merz and Boris Pistorius with Adolf Hitler and his war-mongering. Columnist Reinhard Mohr voiced concerns that the Union may truly be floundering in the current political climate. These comments raise questions about the political strategy and public image of the CDU.