German Police Officers Facing Expulsion for AfD Party Membership

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
German police officers may face expulsion if found to be members of the AfD party, classified as right-wing extremist. State leaders consider banning civil servants who are AfD members. Surveillance will increase on AfD, including informants and wiretapping. Calls for withdrawal of public financing and potential ban on AfD.

Key Points

  • BfV classified AfD as right-wing extremist, leading to increased surveillance
  • State leaders considering banning civil servants who are AfD members
  • Calls for withdrawal of public financing for AfD and potential ban

Pros

  • Protecting the free, democratic basic order of Germany
  • Taking action against potential extremism within civil service

Cons

  • Potential infringement on political freedom and association rights
  • Controversy surrounding the classification of AfD as right-wing extremist