The leadership of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is moving towards expelling Kevin Dorow, a young politician from Schleswig-Holstein, following reports from RTL/ntv and Politico. The party's board is set to initiate proceedings for his exclusion during a meeting in Berlin on Monday. Dorow has been a member of the newly established youth organization of the AfD, known as 'Generation Deutschland.' Criticism has emerged from within the youth organization, with its leader, Jean-Pascal Hohm, expressing disagreement with the decision, suggesting it is a misguided move.

Kevin Dorow was recently elected to the board of the AfD youth organization, having garnered attention for his speech at the organization's founding event in Gießen. His remarks prompted the public prosecutor's office to investigate the potential legality of his statements under paragraph 86a of the German Criminal Code, which addresses the use of symbols associated with unconstitutional and terrorist organizations. This scrutiny reflects ongoing concerns about extremism and the AfD's broader reputation amid Germany's political landscape.

The push to expel Dorow not only highlights internal discord within the AfD but also raises questions about the party's direction and young leadership's role. As there is increasing scrutiny of rhetoric that could be deemed provocative or extremist, the AfD leadership may be trying to distance itself from controversial figures to maintain its political viability. The outcome of this exclusion process could have larger implications for the party as it navigates its identity and future in German politics.