Germany is now fast becoming a contentious playground, and the ruling party seems to be at sea, struglling to control AfD’s continuous rise. The far-right party is playing by the rules, gaining massive support, and climbing the polls, but the establishment just can’t handle it.
So, what’s their master plan? Ban AfD entirely. Instead of beating them fair and square, the ruling parties want to erase them from the elections.
Ban AfD: Plan is On!
Germany’s parliament is diving into a heated debate over whether to ban the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, but not everyone agrees this is the right time—especially with a national election just weeks away.
Carmen Wegge, a lawmaker from the center-left SPD, is one of the main voices behind the proposal. She argues that discussing the dangers posed by AfD is necessary to protect democracy. But even within her own party, there’s hesitation. Chancellor Olaf Scholz has warned that a failed attempt to ban the AfD could backfire.
On 29th January, lawmakers will vote on whether to ask Germany’s top court to assess if AfD is unconstitutional. If approved, it would be the first step toward banning the party, though few believe the motion will pass.
Opponents of the ban fear it will only strengthen AfD’s appeal by fueling its argument that mainstream politicians are trying to silence its supporters. AfD’s chancellor candidate, Alice Weidel, has slammed the move as “completely absurd,” saying it exposes the anti-democratic attitude of its critics.
Germany’s constitution does allow for banning parties that seek to undermine democracy. But it’s not an easy process. Since World War II, only two parties have been banned—one neo-fascist and one communist. More recent attempts to ban extremist parties, like the neo-Nazi NPD, have failed.
The AfD has been under growing scrutiny, with some members labeled as extremists by state intelligence agencies.
Calls to ban the party intensified last year after reports surfaced that AfD officials attended a secret meeting where they discussed deporting migrants and “unassimilated citizens.”
Despite this, many politicians argue that the best way to defeat AfD is through elections, not legal bans. Conservative leader Alexander Dobrindt warns that trying to outlaw the party could actually make it stronger by casting it as a victim.
As the February 23 election approaches, the debate over AfD’s future is only heating up—raising tough questions about democracy, extremism, and how to handle rising political tensions.
Constitution Supports Move
Germany’s constitution, designed to prevent another Nazi-style takeover, allows for banning parties that try to use democracy to undermine democracy. But here’s the twist—AfD isn’t breaking any rules. They’re just winning, and that’s exactly what the ruling class can’t handle.
Now, things are getting even more interesting. AfD’s rise isn’t just a German issue anymore—it’s catching international attention. Enter Elon Musk, one of Donald Trump’s closest allies, who made waves at an AfD rally by praising national pride and rejecting multiculturalism. His words were met with roaring applause, proving just how much AfD’s message is resonating with frustrated voters.
For many Germans, the frustration is real. They’re tired of soaring taxes, suffocating regulations, and a government that prioritizes migrants over its own citizens. AfD is offering an alternative, and people are listening—loud and clear. With the election approaching, the party’s numbers are climbing fast, making it a real threat to the establishment’s grip on power.
And Scholz? He’s terrified. He knows a massive defeat is on the horizon, and the idea of Germany shifting gears toward AfD’s vision has him sweating bullets. The fear is surreal, and the desperate attempts to ban AfD are proof that the ruling elite is running out of tricks.