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May 17, 2026 at 7:07 PM ET
Heino demands compensation after AfD uses his image
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Singer Heino says a far-right politician used his name and image in AfD election advertising without consent and is demanding compensation.
WHO: Heino
WHAT: Demands compensation for pain and suffering over unauthorized use of his schlager image in AfD election advertising
WHEN: May 17, 2026 at 10:44 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: A far-right politician used Heino in AfD election advertising without his consent.
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