Administrative Court of Cologne: The Voters Decide on the AfD
The Cologne Administrative Court has ruled that the fate of the AfD party will ultimately be decided by the voters or constitutional authorities rather than the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, which recently suffered a setback in court.
AfD's Interest in NATO Weaknesses is Causing Concern in Berlin
In Berlin, concerns are rising over the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's request for information about NATO's defense weaknesses, amid fears that such information could reach the Kremlin.
New ruling weakens the possibility of banning Trump's and Putin's German friends
A court ruling has lifted the extremist label from the AfD party, raising questions about the potential ban of the right-wing party in Germany.
Dispute over funding: Interior Ministry temporarily withholds millions for AfD foundation
The German Interior Ministry has temporarily blocked funding requested by the AfD-linked Desiderius Erasmus Foundation, which amounts to around 18 million euros for the current year.
Germany Blog: Dobrindt has AfD report examined
Alexander Dobrindt, the Federal Minister of the Interior, has initiated a review of a report concerning the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party following a court decision favorable to the AfD against the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.
The AfD Resolution from Cologne: Does Extremism Really Only Appear Here in Isolation?
The Cologne Administrative Court found that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party does not display a clear pattern of constitutional violations, despite identifying some extremist points in its program.
AfD Prohibition Proceedings: 'I am sure that Karlsruhe will take a different direction'
German Green Party politician Till Steffen expresses confidence that the Federal Constitutional Court will approach the AfD prohibition proceedings differently than a recent Cologne ruling.
German Intelligence Will Continue to Monitor the AfD Party, Says Interior Minister
The German intelligence agency plans to continue its surveillance of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, according to the Interior Minister.
German secret service will continue to monitor the AfD party, said the Interior Minister
The German Interior Minister announced that the secret service will keep monitoring the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party due to currents within it opposing democracy.
Local Elections in Haar: AfD Defector Puts CSU in a Difficult Position
Chrisostomos Liatsos, a young candidate for the CSU, defected to the AfD just two weeks before local elections, raising questions about his motives and ideological stance.
Current Lexicon: What is an Urgent Procedure?
The article explains the concept of an urgent procedure in administrative court, particularly in the context of a case brought by the AfD against its classification as 'securely far-right' by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.
AfD and the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution: What the Cologne Administrative Court's Ruling Means for AfD
The Cologne Administrative Court ruled that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution cannot currently classify the AfD party as 'securely right-wing extremist', providing a temporary reprieve for the party.
Podcast: 'On Point': AfD Ruling: Can AfD State Associations Still Be Banned?
A Cologne administrative court ruling allows the AfD to avoid being classified as a whole as extremist by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, leading to discussions on the potential banning of specific extremist state associations.
AfD: Here, networking is of utmost importance
The article discusses accusations of favoritism within the AfD party's Saxony-Anhalt state branch.
AfD in Bavaria: 'We can’t complain about anything.' Nevertheless, they vote for AfD.
Despite a thriving economy in Bavaria, many residents express support for the far-right party AfD, raising questions about the factors influencing their electoral choices.
CSU Before the Local Elections: Once Over 50 Percent – and Soon Under 30?
The CSU faces potential losses in the upcoming local elections due to the rise of the AfD, which could bring its support below 30% according to party leader Markus Söder's concerns.
Local Elections in Bavaria: Will the Firewall Hold After March 8?
The article discusses the significance of the upcoming local elections in Bavaria, highlighting the polarized political landscape and the impact of various parties, particularly the AfD.
The German court 'saves' Afd: 'For now, they are not extremists'
The German court has ruled that the far-right AfD party is not classified as an extremist organization at this time, preventing surveillance by the internal intelligence service.
Ruling on the AfD: The Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution Will Now Have to Fight for Its Arguments
A court ruling in Cologne prevents the classification of the AfD as an established far-right party, challenging the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution to substantiate its claims against the party.
Must not designate AfD as an extremist organization for now
Germany's Federal Intelligence Service cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an extremist organization until a court ruling is finalized regarding a lawsuit filed by the party.
German court blocks move to brand AfD ‘extremist’
A German court has ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party cannot be labeled as 'extremist' by the domestic security agency BfV, granting the party a temporary injunction.
SZ in the Morning: News of the Day - Overview for the Busy
The AfD has won a court ruling preventing Germany's domestic intelligence service from classifying the party as definitely right-wing extremist for now.
A German court gives a boost to AfD by suspending its official classification as an 'extreme right' party
A German court has temporarily suspended the classification of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an 'extreme right' organization, allowing the party to avoid being treated as a threat by intelligence services until a final ruling is made.
Decision of the Cologne Administrative Court: What Does Not Characterize the AfD
The Cologne Administrative Court ruled that the AfD cannot be classified as a securely right-wing extremist party by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution, making it harder to demonize the party politically.
Nepotism in the AfD: What is Collusion and What is Just Networking
The AfD faces allegations of nepotism, sparking debates within the Bundestag about the implications and extent of these practices.
Far-Right AfD?: In These Points the Court Disagrees with the Constitutional Protection Agency
A court ruled that the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) cannot be classified as definitively extremist, casting doubt on the assessments of the Constitutional Protection Agency.
AfD is not an “extremist right-wing party”: the court rules in favor of the German organization
A German court ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party cannot be classified as an established "extremist right-wing organization," countering a prior determination by federal authorities.
Federal Politics: Immunity of AfD Politician Maximilian Krah Lifted
The German Bundestag has lifted the parliamentary immunity of AfD politician Maximilian Krah, allowing for judicial searches and seizures against him.
Mobility by AfD Politician Angers Descendants of Jewish Industrialist Family: ‘I Really Exploded’
A controversial campaign event by AfD politician Björn Höcke, featuring a Simson moped, has sparked outrage among descendants of the company's Jewish founders due to its historical ties to Nazi appropriation.
The AfD Cannot Be Defined as an Extremist Group
The article discusses the classification of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) political party and the implications of labeling it as an extremist group.
Local Election in Taufkirchen: AfD Mayor Candidate Active in the Far-Right Scene
A candidate for mayor from the far-right AfD party in Taufkirchen has been revealed to have participated in far-right demonstrations, raising concerns over the party's claims of distancing from extremism.
German court temporarily prohibits declaring AfD as an extremist group
A German court has ruled that the internal security service cannot currently label the right-wing populist party Alternative for Germany (AfD) as an extremist group.
AfD obtains injunction in Germany preventing it from being classified as a far-right party
A German administrative court has prohibited the intelligence service from classifying the AfD as a far-right party, pending the outcome of an ongoing legal process regarding the issue.
Classification of the AfD: This Decision by the Administrative Court is Correct
The Administrative Court in Cologne ruled that the AfD is not a monolithic bloc, challenging the labeling of the party as 'secured right-wing extremist' by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.
Bishop's Conference: Women Should Be Allowed to Preach in Catholic Masses
The newly elected chairman of the German Bishops' Conference, Bishop Heiner Wilmer, advocated for allowing women to preach in Catholic Masses while warning against the far-right AfD party during the conference meeting in Würzburg.
German Counterintelligence Cannot Yet Classify AfD as Evidently Extremist and Monitor It
Germany's counterintelligence agency is currently not permitted to classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an explicitly extremist group.
German AFD temporarily avoids extremist label
A German court has temporarily lifted a previous ruling classifying the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AFD) as 'confirmed right-wing extremists.'
The Alternative for Germany Party Has So Far Avoided Labeling as Extremist, Court Rules
A German court has ruled that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as demonstrably right-wing extremist at this time.
Germany: Court ruling temporarily prohibits classifying the AfD as 'confirmed far-right'
A Cologne court has ruled that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution cannot currently classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as 'confirmed far-right' pending further legal proceedings.
AfD Wins Preliminary Victory in Case Over Classification as 'Definitely Right-Wing Extremist'
A German court ruled against the classification of the AfD party as 'definitely right-wing extremist' by the BfV intelligence agency, allowing for an appeal.
German intelligence cannot categorize AfD as far-right, according to a German court
A German court ruled that the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) cannot currently be classified as extremist by the German intelligence agency.
German Court: Intelligence Agency Cannot Yet Label AfD as an Extremist Group
A German court has ruled that the domestic intelligence agency cannot currently classify the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD) as an 'confirmed extremist' group.
Court: German Counterintelligence Cannot Equate AfD as Explicitly Extremist
A Czech court has ruled that Germany’s counterintelligence agency cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as explicitly extremist, emphasizing the need for evidence in such classifications.
Court prohibits intelligence service from classifying AfD party as an extreme group in Germany
A German court has temporarily ruled that the domestic intelligence agency cannot classify the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an extreme group until a final decision is made regarding the party's appeal.
Germany: the AfD cannot be classified as an 'extremist' party 'for the time being', rules the court
The Cologne administrative court ruled that the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is not to be classified as an extremist party for now, refuting earlier determinations by intelligence services.
German intelligence cannot categorize AfD as far-right
German courts have ruled that the AfD party cannot be classified as far-right by the country's intelligence agency.
Constitution Protection: AfD Wins in Urgent Procedure Regarding Classification as Right-Wing Extremist
The Administrative Court of Cologne has temporarily prevented the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution from classifying the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as definitively right-wing extremist, pending the outcome of a main proceedings.
Administrative Court of Cologne: Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution may not classify AfD as securely extreme right for the time being
The Administrative Court of Cologne ruled that the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution cannot classify the AfD as securely extreme right at this time.
Party Prohibition: Is Democracy Still Defensible?
The article discusses the concept of 'defensive democracy' in Germany, questioning its effectiveness in the context of the AfD party's actions.
Party Ban: Is Democracy Still Defensible?
The article discusses the limitations of Germany's 'defensive democracy' in banning extremist parties, specifically in light of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party's activities.