Wolfgang Kubicki, the deputy chairman of the FDP, has stirred discussion by suggesting that AfD politicians could chair Bundestag committees. He acknowledges the inherent risks but also sees it as a chance for the AfD to clarify its position.
Despite previous proposals from figures like Jens Spahn facing backlash, Kubicki believes that committee chairs, unlike vice presidents, can be removed if necessary. The AfD, as the second-largest parliamentary group, has nominated candidates for six committee chair positions, led by Alice Weidel.
However, their chances of election are slim, as other parties have expressed strong opposition to supporting AfD candidates. The AfD insists on the qualifications of their nominees and argues that disregarding them would ignore the voices of their voters.
As the political landscape shifts, other parties are wary of potential tactics from the AfD, which could prompt changes to parliamentary procedures. The committees, essential for legislative work, are set to form with elections for their chairs soon, but the likelihood of AfD candidates being elected remains low.
Meanwhile, the SPD faction has also rejected the return of Jörg Müller, the former head of the Verfassungsschutz, highlighting ongoing tensions surrounding the AfD's classification as a right-wing extremist party. The political dynamics in the Bundestag continue to evolve as parties navigate these complex issues.
