The police in the German region of Baden-Württemberg have announced they shut down a reading by far-right author Martin Sellner on Saturday. Sellner, a prominent figure in the far-right Identitarian movement, was issued a temporary ban from Neulingen, a municipality in the area, under the Baden-Württemberg Police Act. This legislation allows for an entry ban if there is reasonable belief that the individual will commit or contribute to the commission of a crime.
Sellner, known for his controversial views and support for the “remigration” of “non-assimilated” individuals including asylum-seekers and immigrants, had faced a similar situation earlier this year in Potsdam. The city had imposed an entry ban against him, although he was successful in challenging it in the Potsdam Administrative Court. Despite speculation of a potential federal entry ban against him in Germany, Sellner continues to attract significant attention, both domestically and internationally.
On the day of the reading, about 70 demonstrators protested against the event, which they had planned before Sellner’s arrival. Sellner confirmed his removal from Neulingen in a post shared on his social media account. He has faced similar bans in other countries, including from the USA and Switzerland.
Sellner is currently under investigation by the police in Saarland for possibly performing a banned Hitler salute, further complicating his legal standing. He continues to support the far-right AfD party, advocating for “remigration” to be a significant part of its political agenda. The party itself is currently under scrutiny and may potentially face a ban in Germany.
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