German Bundestag Considers AfD Ban Amid Rising Concerns

A cross-party group of lawmakers is pushing for a ban on the AfD, citing its classification as a right-wing extremist threat by the intelligence agency.

The Bundestag is contemplating a historic move to file an AfD ban request independently, a first in German history.
The AfD is classified as a right-wing extremist suspect by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, allowing surveillance measures.
SPD leader Rolf Mützenich cautions against rushing the ban, fearing it could bolster the AfD's victim narrative.
Legal experts highlight procedural challenges, including the need to cease surveillance to ensure a fair trial.
The proposed ban hinges on proving the AfD's aggressive stance against democratic principles, a complex legal hurdle.