Far-right Leaders on Trial: From Germany to Brazil
Björn Höcke, a prominent far-right leader in Germany and head of the Alternative for Germany party in Thuringia, is facing trial for using banned Nazi slogans at political rallies. He is being charged for using the slogan "Everything for Germany," which was associated with the National Socialist paramilitary group. If found guilty, he could face a short prison term or a fine, and his right to vote and run in elections could be temporarily revoked. This trial comes during a pivotal election year in Germany, where the AfD is expected to gain a significant share of votes.