Jimmie Åkesson, the leader of the Sweden Democrats (SD), has publicly pledged support for Sara Nilsson, the publisher of the controversial site Dumpen, after she was convicted of defamation. In a message on social media, Åkesson announced that the party would cover Nilsson's costs related to her recent court ruling. He included a screenshot of a transaction made via Swish, a mobile payment service, although the amount was obscured. Åkesson emphasized that this payment serves as a symbolic gesture to demonstrate his and the party's backing for Dumpen's activities.

Moreover, Åkesson stated that the Sweden Democrats are advocating for police to utilize crime provocation tactics, similar to those employed by Dumpen, which targets pedophiles. He expressed that the party is committed to standing by Nilsson and her mission, indicating that they would ensure all her legal financial burdens are addressed going forward. This support for Dumpen, a site known for controversial methods of exposing alleged pedophiles, raises questions about the political implications and ethical considerations involved with advocating such tactics in law enforcement.

The conviction of Sara Nilsson, which resulted in a conditional sentence and daily fines, highlights the legal boundaries and challenges surrounding freedom of speech and defamation in Sweden. Åkesson's actions and support may resonate with particular voter bases concerned about crime and vigilantism but could also reflect a broader political strategy as the Sweden Democrats align themselves further with controversial views on justice and public safety.