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AfD Campaign Video Triggers Row in Meißen After Unauthorized Shoot at Schloss Proschwitz

The unauthorized shoot draws fresh scrutiny to the AfD campaign days ahead of the vote.

Overview

  • Meißen votes for a new Oberbürgermeister on 7 September, with René Jurisch (AfD), Markus Renner (independent) and Martin Bahrmann (FDP) on the ballot.
  • An 18-minute AfD campaign film produced by the far-right outlet Compact was recorded on the grounds of the renowned Schloss Proschwitz winery without permission, according to the owners.
  • Alexandra Prinzessin zur Lippe said the video shows the estate’s logo and a photo of the owners without consent and that the family is considering legal action.
  • The film includes street interviews with offensive language and features AfD candidate René Jurisch, BILD reported.
  • AfD Sachsen’s spokesperson said the matter lies with the party’s Meißen district branch, offering no further comment, while the owners allege parts were covertly filmed despite signage requiring permits.