Christian Wulff

ModernPoliticianGermany1959 — ?

German president who resigned over loan scandal.

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Quick Facts

Born

1959

Country

Germany

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)26

Influence (20%)47

Legacy (20%)37

Leadership (15%)38

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score39.8

Christian Wulff — Complete Timeline

2010 AD

Elected President of GermanyPolitical Action◆ Major

Christian Wulff was elected as the tenth President of Germany by the Federal Assembly. He served from 2010 to 2012. His presidency was marked by efforts to promote integration and tolerance.

PresidencyGerman Politics

Impact: nationalconstructive

2012 AD

Resigned as President over Loan ScandalPolitical Action◆ Major

Wulff resigned from the presidency following allegations of corruption and a loan scandal involving a favorable loan from a businessman's wife. The scandal and subsequent investigation damaged his reputation and forced his resignation.

ResignationScandalCorruption

Impact: nationaldestructive

2014 AD

Acquitted of Corruption ChargesPolitical Action

A German court acquitted Wulff of corruption charges related to the loan scandal. The court found insufficient evidence that he had accepted undue benefits while in office, partially rehabilitating his reputation.

AcquittalLegal CaseCorruption

Impact: national