AfD files defamation complaint against Merz over 'ethnic cleansing'
By The BriefBrief
Germany’s AfD has lodged a defamation complaint against Chancellor Merz after he said the party’s “remigration” slogan amounts to ethnic cleansing. The AfD argues Merz’s remarks are defamatory.
WHO:AfD
WHAT:Filed a defamation complaint against Chancellor Merz over “ethnic cleansing” accusations tied to the “remigration” slogan.
WHEN:Reported Sep 10, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET
WHERE:Germany
WHY:Cause not yet established.
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