No evidence of plagiarism found against Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf, experts confirm - Allegations levied against Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf detailed
The ongoing plagiarism allegations against Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf, a candidate for judge at the German Federal Constitutional Court, remain unresolved and contested. The CDU/CSU parliamentary group abruptly removed her election from the Bundestag agenda on July 11, 2025, citing newly "surfaced" allegations of plagiarism related to her doctoral thesis.
Stefan Weber, a self-proclaimed "plagiarism hunter," initially raised the allegations against Brosius-Gersdorf. However, in a recent development, Weber has clarified that he has not withdrawn his plagiarism allegations but called for a proper investigation to clarify the matter. Other plagiarism experts regard the accusations as weak, suggesting the controversy is not clear-cut.
Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf herself appears to have commissioned a short report to bring clarity to the issue, but no final results have been publicly released. Regarding expert evaluations, it is known that the plagiarism claims have not been definitively substantiated or dismissed yet.
A short expert opinion was published by the law firm "Quaas & Partner," shedding light on the similarities in the scientific works of Brosius-Gersdorf and her husband. The opinion suggests that if any plagiarism occurred, it is more likely that Brosius-Gersdorf did not copy from her husband's habilitation due to the chronological sequence and earlier publication of her thesis.
Markus Lanz is a partner at the law firm "Quaas & Partner," but there is no publicly available information regarding the firm's analysis or statements on these plagiarism allegations against Brosius-Gersdorf.
The political ramifications of this situation continue to be significant, and the plagiarism question awaits a transparent investigation to resolve it definitively. The controversy has caused an unprecedented situation in the Bundestag, with the vote failing due to lack of the necessary two-thirds majority. This has since stirred significant political controversy in Germany.
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In light of the ongoing investigation into the plagiarism allegations against Frauke Brosius-Gersdorf, it would be beneficial for the community to implement a robust policy on education-and-self-development and academic integrity, ensuring proper vocational training for individuals in health-and-wellness and science sectors. Amidst the medical-conditions related to personal stress due to these allegations, it's crucial for all parties involved to prioritize health-and-wellness and demonstrate understanding and patience.
