European Parliament expels MEPs following Maximilian Krah’s remarks about Nazi SS members
Maximilian Krah's comments to an Italian newspaper came at a time when support for Alternative für Deutschland already seemed to be falling Photograph: Ronny HartmannAFP via Getty ImagesThe Identity and Democracy group announced the move after AfD MEP Maximilian Krah told Italy’s La Repubblica newspaper that members of the Nazi SS were not necessarily all criminals.
Support for the AfD has slumped seven points from January to 15 per cent. Amid fears of the scandal – and poll slump – spreading,of France’s far-right Rassemblement National announced earlier this week that her party – a leading ID member – was breaking ties with the AfD.‘Our plan and our priorities are working’: Rishi Sunak limbers up for UK election campaign centred on economy
The ID statement notes that a “series of incidents” involving Mr Krah and his grouping “have damaged the cohesion and reputation of the group”.Mr Krah’s AfD colleagues in Brussels said they would challenge the expulsion decision. AfD leaders in Berlin said they “took note” of the decision and remained “optimistic about election night and the following days”, suggesting a return to the fold for Mr Krah after election day is not ruled out.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Poland's European Parliament election hinges on securityCampaigning in Poland for the European Parliament election has been low key ahead of the vote on 9 June. But the defection this week of a Polish judge to Belarus has heightened debate around national security, which has so far been the main issue of the campaign.
Read more »
Explainer: Upcoming European Parliament electionsEuropean Union citizens will vote on June 6 to 9 in elections to choose 720 new members of the European Parliament for the next five years.
Read more »
Former presidential candidate Peter Casey to contest European Parliament electionsPeter CaseyMr Casey will run as an independent candidate, hoping to secure one of the five seats for the Midlands-North-West Constituency
Read more »
European Parliament elections: a few clear leaders and then a mad scramble for seatsCandidates face a battle where party running mates could be their most dangerous rivals transfers will in many cases be decisive
Read more »
Big parties set to win seats in each of three European Parliament constituencies, poll findsBacking for anti-migration candidates scattered among too many hopefuls to secure a seat, according to poll data
Read more »
Peace of Mind on European Roads: Why European Breakdown Cover is EssentialGet the best value car, home and travel insurance quotes from one of Ireland's top insurance brokers.
Read more »