The day began with continued German media focus on the escalating US political clash between Donald Trump and Elon Musk, a narrative carried over from previous days. Reports also detailed the ongoing Texas flood recovery, shifting to accountability. By mid-morning, editorial attention largely pivoted to pressing domestic challenges, including a surge in undeclared work, strain on the taxi industry, and the impact of deteriorating infrastructure. A significant new development emerged in the afternoon as Poland re-introduced border controls at the German-Polish frontier, sparking widespread political debate within Germany. Concurrently, economic anxieties intensified with concerns over a potential raw materials crisis and a US chemical giant's announcement of German site closures. The discussion around mandatory military mustering gained traction, alongside persistent reports on the AfD's internal conflicts.