A comprehensive study conducted between 2022 and 2024, involving ten research institutions and commissioned by the former Federal Minister of the Interior Horst Seehofer, has revealed the widespread presence of racism within German authorities. The research, which accessed job centers, immigration offices, police, customs, judiciary, and social services, found that while overt hostility is rare, subtle forms of discrimination through routines, discretionary decisions, and organizational structures are common. Notably, 7.8 percent of 13,000 surveyed employees agreed with the statement that certain ethnic groups are inherently less intelligent. Over 80 percent of 468 surveyed Muslims reported experiencing racial discrimination in authorities, leading to significant psychological distress, yet only 17 percent filed complaints due to fear of inaction. The study highlights legal gaps, as the General Equal Treatment Act does not apply to the relationship between authorities and citizens, and recommends internal/external complaint mechanisms, anti-racism training, and increased reflection.