Decision could pave the way for AfD party ban | DW News

Germany's domestic intelligence agency has labeled the far-right AfD party an extremist organization and a threat to democracy. The Alternative for Germany came in second in February's national election with nearly 21 percent of the vote, making it the main opposition party in the new parliament. The official classification doesn't mean the AfD is banned, but its activities will now be subject to even closer scrutiny. The AFD says it will appeal the decision. Chapters: 00:00 Decision could pave the way for AfD party ban 02:36 Antje von Ungern-Sternberg, professor of constitutional law at Trier University 09:34 Rubio urges Germany to 'reverse course' on AfD 10:10 Simon Young, DW Political Correspondent 14:58 Till Steffen, Green Party parliamentary leader For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1