Robert Habeck, Germany's Vice Chancellor, faced intense scrutiny during his appearance on Sandra Maischberger's talk show.

The discussion ranged from his congratulatory message to Donald Trump on his inauguration to his controversial economic policies.

Habeck admitted doubts about whether Trump even noticed his message, highlighting a potential disconnect.

The conversation shifted to domestic issues, where Maischberger pressed Habeck on his plans for taxing capital gains.

Critics accuse Habeck of announcing ambitious policies without addressing their practical details.

The Vice Chancellor's defensive and verbose responses raised questions about his preparedness and focus.

This appearance has sparked further debate about Habeck's leadership style and policy priorities.