In an interview with WELT TV, Grimm expressed concern that meaningful reform proposals could be diluted in the legislative process, particularly in the context of ongoing geopolitical challenges. The Council’s latest report has revised Germany’s growth forecast from 0.9% to 0.5%, attributing this decline to structural weaknesses and the impact of the Iran conflict. Grimm advocates for more substantial reforms in healthcare and pension systems, emphasizing the need for adjustments aligned with life expectancy and inflation, while criticizing early retirement programs as ineffective.