Rhineland-Palatinate Parliament Rejects Ex-AfD Members' Bid to Form Group

The parliamentary council cited lack of political cohesion and insufficient distinction from the AfD in its decision, with a final vote set for January 29.

Three former AfD members sought to form a parliamentary group named 'Drei Farben – mehr Freiheit' in the Rhineland-Palatinate state parliament.
The Ältestenrat, a parliamentary council, rejected the application, citing a lack of political homogeneity and clear separation from the AfD's policies.
The council expressed concerns that approving the group could result in illegal duplication of political factions, granting disproportionate influence and financial resources.
The ex-AfD members, now part of Frauke Petry's 'Team Freiheit' initiative, argued they no longer represent the AfD, but their proposed program closely aligned with the party's positions.
A final decision on the group's status will be made during the state parliament session on January 29, though the parliament typically follows the council's recommendations.