Elmar Theveßen
Elmar Theveßen, 59, is a prominent German journalist and currently serves as the head of the ZDF studio in Washington, D.C. Known for his insightful reporting and analysis, he has established a significant presence in German media, particularly through his numerous appearances on political talk shows. In a recent analysis by the magazine Spiegel, he was noted as the second most frequent guest on ARD and ZDF talk shows over the past decade, with 113 appearances.
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Recent news mentions
ZDF's US correspondent Elmar Theveßen faced criticism from Trump's camp for his remarks about Kirk.
US-Regierung entzieht Deutschem Visa wegen Aussagen zu Kirk
Luxembourg· 2025-10-15
Elmar Theveßen stands in front of the camera explaining what is happening in America.
Unter Trump sehnen sich die US-Bürger nach Normalität: Die Washington-Kolumne - Kultur
Germany· 2025-09-29
Elmar Theveßen is a journalist known for his critical views on the Trump administration.
Trump lässt die Maske fallenLuxembourg· 2025-09-28
Elmar Theveßen is a US correspondent for the German television broadcaster and has been threatened with repression.
Nach Drohungen: ZDF-Fernsehrat verurteilt Hetze gegen Hayali - Streaming & TV
Austria· 2025-09-19
Elmar Theveßen, a journalist, faced backlash for his comments regarding Charlie Kirk.
Kimmels US-Talkshow wegen Kirk-Äußerungen vorerst abgesetztLuxembourg· 2025-09-18
Elmar Theveßen's work is defended by ZDF as being protected by press freedom.
News am Abend - Nachrichten vom 15. September 2025 - PolitikGermany· 2025-09-15
Elmar Theveßen is a ZDF journalist who currently leads the ZDF studio in Washington.
Talkshow-Gäste: Karl Lauterbach ist die Nummer eins - PanoramaGermany· 2025-07-13
