The Federal Police are expressing serious concerns about being overwhelmed due to the newly implemented border controls. Union leader Roßkopf has criticized the unexpected announcement, warning it might lead to resignations within the force.
SPD parliamentary group leader Mützenich has called for an additional billion euros and 1,000 new positions to support the Federal Police in managing these controls. He also seeks to expand the powers of intelligence services following a recent knife attack by an asylum seeker in Solingen.
Interior Minister Faeser, defending the border controls, argues they have already led to rejections, a decline in asylum applications, and a reduction in irregular migration. Despite the defense, the Federal Police face personnel shortages, high resignation rates, and concerns about the feasibility of maintaining these controls.
The measures are seen as necessary until a European asylum reform is in place. Meanwhile, the economic impact on border regions, especially concerning logistics and tourism, is a growing worry.
Stakeholders are calling for solutions like the reintroduction of commuter passes to mitigate disruptions. The challenge lies in balancing national security with the economic and social implications of stringent border controls.
