Far-Right German Lawmaker's Offices Searched Amid Corruption Probe
Berlin, April 24 (AP) --
German authorities have searched the offices of far-right EU lawmaker Maximilian Krah as part of a corruption investigation.
The probe centers on allegations that Krah, a high-ranking member of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, received illicit payments. Krah has denied the allegations and remains the AfD's top candidate in the upcoming European Parliament election in June.
An investigating judge of the German Federal Court of Justice ordered the search of Krah's offices in Brussels. Prosecutors are reportedly examining financial transactions related to Krah's activities.
The investigation is part of a wider crackdown on far-right extremism in Germany following a series of incidents, including an alleged plot to overthrow the government. The AfD, which has been accused of promoting xenophobia and racism, has been under increasing scrutiny for its alleged ties to extremist groups.
Despite the allegations, Krah remains the AfD's top candidate in the European Parliament election. The party has been gaining support in recent years, tapping into widespread discontent with immigration and the European Union.
Updated 532 AM PDT April 24 2024 BERLIN AP
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