The Bundestag administration has refused to issue house IDs to seven employees of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party since last year's election. This group includes two staff members directly employed by the AfD parliamentary group and five staff working for party-affiliated parliamentarians. The denial not only restricts their access to Bundestag buildings but also impacts their salaries, as these are funded by the Bundestag itself. AfD representatives have publicly stated their intentions to contest this decision through legal channels.

Bernd Baumann, the parliamentary group leader of the AfD, has asserted that the actions of Bundestag President Julia Klöckner, a member of the CDU, constitute unfair treatment against AfD staff. The situation is part of broader tensions between the AfD and other political entities in Germany, as the party continues to face significant opposition due to its controversial stances on several issues. Baumann's announcement to pursue legal action highlights the ongoing struggles for the AfD to secure the same privileges and operational capabilities as other political parties in the Bundestag.

This incident raises critical questions about political fairness and access within German political institutions. As the AfD argues that their exclusion from accessing official buildings jeopardizes their operational capabilities, it further compounds the ongoing debate regarding the party's legitimacy and integration within German politics. The outcome of this legal challenge may set important precedents regarding the treatment of opposition parties and their staff in governmental processes.