# Political activities of Markus Söder in Bavaria

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/political-activities-of-markus-sder-in-bavaria
> Updated: 2026-09-30T05:09:35.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder has focused on rebranding the state’s identity through new political slogans. His recent proposal, ‘Radi und Rakete’ (Radio and Rocket), seeks to modernize the traditional ‘Laptop and Lederhosen’ imagery by balancing heritage with technological advancement, such as aerospace development.

However, Söder is also facing political scrutiny regarding the use of the Bavarian State Chancellery. Allegations have emerged that government resources were utilized for CSU political campaign activities, following the discovery of an internal email from February 2026. The SPD has criticized these actions, arguing they violate the legal separation between state administration and party work. 

In unrelated policy efforts, Söder has advocated for a ‘practice check’ on new legislation to minimize bureaucracy and has called for a national ‘craft strategy’ and lower electricity taxes to assist the trade sector.

## Claims

- The preparation of campaign materials in the State Chancellery violates the separation of government and party work. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- A senior official in the Bavarian State Chancellery sent an email on February 25, 2026, requesting documents for a CSU campaign event. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The requested information included achievements of Clemens Baumgärtner and topics regarding the Hellabrunn Zoo. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder proposed a practice check for all new laws, including federal legislation. (single source)
- Söder called for a national craft strategy and lower electricity prices for the trade sector. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-30: Markus Söder faces scrutiny over Bavarian State Chancellery campaign allegations

Markus Söder faces criticism over allegations that the Bavarian State Chancellery assisted CSU campaign preparations, while also proposing new legislative practice checks and trade sector reforms.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/markus-sder-faces-scrutiny-over-bavarian-state-chancellery-campaign-allegations

### 2026-09-29: Markus Söder seeks new political slogan for Bavaria

Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder is seeking a new political slogan, ‘Radi und Rakete’, to replace outdated imagery and better represent the state's mix of tradition and modern technology.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/markus-sder-seeks-new-political-slogan-for-bavaria

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