Correctiv Faces Legal Challenges Over Reporting on Potsdam Meeting

Disputes arise over claims from a Correctiv investigation alleging plans for the expulsion of German citizens at a right-wing gathering.

Correctiv's reporting on a secretive Potsdam meeting involving AfD politicians and far-right figures has led to legal actions over alleged inaccuracies.
The investigative report initially claimed discussions included a 'master plan' for the expulsion of German citizens with migrant backgrounds, sparking nationwide protests and political backlash.
Courts have ruled that terms like 'deportation' or 'expulsion' were misleading, as Correctiv acknowledged no explicit plans for such actions were discussed at the meeting.
Criticism from other media outlets, including Die Zeit and Deutschlandfunk, highlights journalistic lapses in Correctiv's reporting, with claims of sensationalism and insufficient evidence.
The legal disputes focus on whether Correctiv's phrasing constitutes fact or opinion, with broader implications for media accountability and reporting standards.