The day began with prominent coverage of US President Trump's international posture, including plans for a G20 summit at his resort and threats against the EU over the Google fine. Throughout the day, reports escalated to insider criticisms of his Russia policy, the gun lobby's opposition to his radicalism, and revelations of a 'disaster' in North Korea, followed by a controversial raid on Hyundai. Domestically, the AfD's political impact remained a central focus, with extensive analysis of debates involving its leaders and warnings of potential SPD losses in local elections. Concurrently, a significant and escalating debate unfolded regarding the future of the welfare state, particularly Labor Minister Bas's pension plan proposing higher contributions for millions of citizens, which drew internal CDU doubts. A supermarket roof collapse in Baden-Württemberg emerged as a notable local incident in the evening.