German Court Fines Far-Right Politician for Repeated Use of Nazi Slogan
Björn Höcke, a key figure in the Alternative for Germany party, faces his second conviction for promoting banned Nazi symbols.
- Höcke was fined €16,900 for using the slogan 'Everything for Germany' at a political event.
- This is his second conviction for the same offense, following a €13,000 fine in May.
- The court ruled his actions showed 'mimic approval' of the banned slogan.
- Despite the conviction, Höcke remains eligible to run for governor of Thuringia.
- The AfD party continues to gain support in eastern Germany, with a strong showing in recent European Parliament elections.