AfD Co-Leader Alice Weidel Endorses Controversial “Remigration” Policy Ahead of German Elections

Alice Weidel, the co-leader of Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, has sparked a fresh wave of controversy by endorsing a policy of “remigration” and pledging large-scale deportations of immigrants if her party wins the upcoming national election next month.
In a speech to supporters in Riesa, a small town in eastern Germany, Weidel unveiled her party’s election manifesto, which outlines a hardline stance on immigration. The AfD’s candidate for chancellor emphasized that Germany would undergo “repatriations on a large scale” within the first 100 days of an AfD-led government. She also promised a “total closing of Germany’s borders,” signaling an end to the country’s policy of accepting refugees and migrants.
Weidel’s comments referred to the highly controversial policy of “remigration,” a term that has been widely criticized for its implications of mass deportations. She argued that Germany must take drastic measures to secure its borders and reduce the number of immigrants living in the country. “We will not stand by as our country is overwhelmed by foreign nationals who do not belong here,” Weidel declared, drawing strong reactions from both supporters and opponents alike.
The AfD’s remarks come at a time when the party is facing increasing resistance from anti-AfD protests, particularly in eastern Germany, where the party has found significant support. Riesa, known for its recent protests against the AfD, saw further demonstrations on the day of Weidel’s speech, underscoring the divisive nature of her policies.
The AfD’s hardline stance on immigration has been a central theme of its election campaign, with the party positioning itself as the protector of Germany’s cultural identity and sovereignty. The party’s policies on immigration and integration have drawn widespread condemnation from left-wing and centrist political groups, who argue that such measures could lead to human rights violations and deepen social divisions in the country.
As the election approaches, the debate over the AfD’s immigration policies is expected to play a key role in shaping the political discourse, with tensions running high over Germany’s future approach to immigration, integration, and national identity.