"Criminals need no interference; the naive are those who abide by the rules"

In a recent statement, Frank Buckenhofer, Chairman of the Police Union in Customs, has criticized Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil for proposing tax increases. Buckenhofer accused political parties of inaction in fighting crime and described Klingbeil's actions as a "fatal signal."

Buckenhofer suggested that if it were possible to seize criminal assets, double-digit billions could be generated for Klingbeil's budget. He stated that the first reflex in politics should be to confiscate criminal assets instead of proposing tax increases.

Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) has also opposed tax increases, as stated in the coalition agreement, which he affirmed stands according to Merz. When reminded that CSU leader Markus Söder had categorically opposed tax increases, Klingbeiler replied that Söder had also contributed to "making the deficit in the budget larger."

The police union has been advocating for the introduction of a financial police force for decades, but progress has been slow. Interestingly, the party that supported this proposal is the AfD (Alternative for Germany).

Buckenhofer's statements could be interpreted as a call for more aggressive action against organized crime and fiscal responsibility. He warned that if criminals in Germany are not effectively fought, fascists could potentially come to power. His comments suggest a link between political inaction and the strengthening of organized crime.

Buckenhofer's statements imply that the current political climate may be eroding trust in the rule of law and democracy. He stated that the honest person is the fool in the current situation, implying a perceived lack of fairness in the political arena.

When asked about tax increases, Klingbeil said, "I'm not taking any options off the table." However, Buckenhofer warns that burdening people who have earned their money legally, while leaving criminals alone, is not a sustainable approach.

These statements highlight a growing tension between the police union and the government, with Buckenhofer urging for more decisive action against organized crime and fiscal responsibility. The future of this debate remains to be seen as the political landscape continues to evolve.