Maximilian Krah, the leading candidate for the AfD in the upcoming European Parliament elections, has been making headlines due to allegations of espionage against one of his employees. Despite these accusations, Krah has stated that he will continue with his campaign. However, the public prosecutor’s office has launched preliminary investigations into the matter, focusing on possible payments from Russia and China that are linked to Krah.
Krah’s pro-China stance has backfired on him after one of his employees was arrested on suspicion of spying for China. This incident has sparked internal party discussions and raised concerns about foreign influence on the party’s positions. In response, Krah has decided to skip the upcoming campaign kick-off in an effort to protect the party’s reputation.
Party leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla have emphasized the need to investigate and prevent any foreign interference through espionage or attempts to sway opinions. Krah’s ties to China have come under scrutiny, especially after his voting record and statements praising the country’s government.
Despite the controversy surrounding him, Krah remains defiant and plans to continue as the AfD’s top candidate for the European elections. His relationship with China and his views on foreign policy have come into question, with critics pointing to his past actions and statements. As the investigations unfold, Krah’s political future hangs in the balance.