SPD-Fraktionschef Matthias Miersch kritisiert Kanzler Friedrich Merz wegen Äußerungen über Gewalt gegen Frauen

SPD parliamentary leader Matthias Miersch has criticized CDU leader Friedrich Merz's statements regarding violence against women. Miersch stated to the Redaktionsnetzwerk Deutschland (RND) that Merz's response was inadequate, arguing that violence against women should be viewed broadly instead of being reduced to a specific population group like migrants. Miersch emphasized that violence against women transcends origin or religion, identifying it as a societal problem. He stressed the importance of protecting victims regardless of the perpetrator's background. The criticism comes in response to unspecified comments made by Merz on the issue.