AfD Expelled from EU Group Over Nazi Remarks, Faces Isolation and Funding Cuts
May 24, 2024The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) was expelled from the European Parliament's Identity and Democracy (ID) group.
The expulsion followed controversial comments by their lead candidate, Maximilian Krah, about Nazi SS soldiers.
The ID group supported the decision, despite some members advocating for only expelling Krah.
The expulsion impacts AfD's funding until mid-July.
There are discussions of merging factions post-election to increase political influence in the EU.
The National Rally party from France and the League party from Italy distanced themselves from the AfD.
The AfD has faced issues with suspected espionage ties to China and alleged payments from Russia.
Despite these challenges, the AfD remains confident in forming strong partnerships in the new legislature.
CNN's reporters provided coverage from London, Berlin, and Rome.
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