Ex-AfD MP Faces Trial Over Alleged Terror Plot Tied to Reichsbürger Group

Birgit Malsack-Winkemann is accused of participating in a conspiracy to overthrow the German government, involving deep-seated conspiracy theories.

Birgit Malsack-Winkemann, a former AfD Bundestag member, is on trial for alleged involvement in a Reichsbürger group aiming to overthrow the German government.
The prosecution alleges that Malsack-Winkemann helped plan a coup and facilitated reconnaissance of parliamentary buildings.
The trial has highlighted her engagement with conspiracy theories, including those about secret military bases and global pedophile rings, found on Telegram channels.
Malsack-Winkemann denies any intent to overthrow the government, claiming her actions were misunderstood and not malicious.
The case is part of a larger investigation involving 26 individuals across Germany, accused of supporting or being part of a terrorist organization.