Scandals Surround European Election Candidate
Maximilian Krah Withdraws from Party Amid Investigation
Allegations of Spying for China Rock AfD
BERLIN (Reuters) - German far-right party AfD's top candidate in the European elections, Maximilian Krah, has withdrawn from the party's leadership amid an investigation into his alleged involvement in spying activities for China.
The scandal comes at a highly inopportune time for AfD, which is hoping to make significant gains in the upcoming elections.
Krah denies any wrongdoing but has nevertheless stepped down from his position as the party's lead candidate.
Police have searched Krah's Brussels office as part of their ongoing investigation.
The allegations against Krah have sent shockwaves through AfD and have raised questions about the party's vetting process and its potential ties to foreign powers.
The investigation is ongoing, and it remains to be seen whether Krah will face charges or be cleared of any wrongdoing.
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