Take to the Streets: Nationwide Protest Calls for AfD Ban in Multiple Cities this Sunday
Proposals for City-Wide Prohibitions of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) in Multiple Cities - Protests planned in multiple cities advocating for a ban on the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party.
Gear up for a nationwide protest on Sunday as demonstrations against right-wing extremism and calls to ban the AfD take place in several cities across Brandenburg. Join the movement in Cottbus, Eberswalde, Nauen, Strausberg, and more – all united under the “Together Against the Right” network.
AfD Ban Movement
The push for nationwide actions on Sunday afternoon aims to instigate a ban procedure at the Federal Constitutional Court against the AfD.
In the heart of Cottbus, the alliance "Indivisible South Brandenburg" invites you to send a postcard to Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU). With Mother's Day also happening on Sunday, let's give it a catchy slogan: "Friedrich, make mom proud – ban the AfD now!"
Brandenburg's Controversies over Protection Chief's Decision
The AfD was classified as a "conspicuous right-wing extremist endeavor" by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution in early May. However, the party countered with an emergency application. During the temporary delay before the Administrative Court of Cologne renders a decision, the domestic intelligence agency has momentarily halted further action, keeping the AfD listed only as a "suspicious case."
For some time now, the state AfD in Brandenburg has shared the same classification as well.
Minister under Fire
Minister of the Interior Katrin Lange (SPD) dismissed the head of the Office for the Protection of the Constitution, Jörg Müller, due to a late disclosure of his statements.
Lange is now facing criticism for the credibility of her statements, prompting calls even from the Greens (who no longer hold representation in the state parliament) for her resignation.
Interestingly, the SPD interior minister is against launching a ban procedure against the AfD, stating that the political challenge posed by the party should primarily be handled politically.
- Action Day
- AfD
- Sunday
- Eberswalde
- Brandenburg
- Nauen
- Strauswalde
- Cottbus
- Friedrich Merz
- Constitution Protection
- Protest
- Right-wing Extremism
- Katrin Lange
- Federal Government
- Federal Constitutional Court
- Together Against the Right
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) currently faces numerous challenges following its classification as a "confirmed right-wing extremist endeavor" by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV) in May 2025. This label allows German authorities to closely monitor the party and potentially limit or halt public funding, potentially paving the way for legal attempts to ban it[1][2]. The BfV's classification is based on findings that AfD seeks to exclude certain groups from equal participation, opposing the free democratic order of Germany[1][2]. The party has since sued the agency, alleging violations of the German constitution through the prosecution of ideas considered freedom of speech[1]. A court in Cologne will review the case after the BfV confirms notification of the lawsuit[1].
Public opinion favors banning the AfD, with 48% of respondents indicating so, and 61% considering it a right-wing extremist party[1]. This sentiment may influence the political decisions shaping the party’s future. If the ban appeals succeed in German courts, possible restrictions could expand to include employment restrictions in various public sectors such as civil servants, police officers, teachers, and soldiers[1]. The controversy has attracted international attention, with countries like Israel boycotting AfD due to its perceived neo-Nazi and antisemitic roots[4]. Domestic criticism views the classification as politically motivated, while some international observers consider it potentially antidemocratic[3][4].
The protests in Brandenburg could mirror broader sentiments within Germany, where the AfD still enjoys significant support despite its controversial status. The ongoing legal and political developments will shape the party’s future and interactions with the German government and public.
- In various cities across Brandenburg, a nationwide protest against the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) is scheduled for Sunday, calling for a ban on the party due to its right-wing extremist tendencies.
- The push for these actions aims to initiate a ban procedure at the Federal Constitutional Court against the AfD.
- In Cottbus, demonstrators will send a postcard to Chancellor Friedrich Merz, urging him to ban the AfD in time for Mother's Day, with the slogan, "Friedrich, make mom proud – ban the AfD now!"
- The state AfD in Brandenburg, like the national party, has been classified as a "conspicuous right-wing extremist endeavor" by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV).
- The push for a ban on the AfD extends beyond Brandenburg, as public opinion favors a ban, with 48% of respondents indicating so and 61% considering it a right-wing extremist party.
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