Böhmermann in criticism: Police officer files complaint after attack!

Böhmermann in criticism: Police officer files complaint after attack!

Jan Böhmermann is once again causing a stir in his show “ZDF Magazin Royale”. This time it's about federal police officer Manuel Ostermann, who wants to defend himself against personal attacks. In a broadcast on March 28, Böhmermann criticized the “Federal Admission Program for Afghanistan” (BAP) and blamed the federal police for the program's slow progress. He made unsubstantiated claims and accused officials of intentionally sabotaging the program.

The accusation that the federal police are a greater security risk for Germany than refugee Afghans has been particularly criticized. Böhmermann expressed the suspicion that parts of the federal police, together with the media and politicians, could be working against the BAP. Ostermann reacted with horror to the allegations and described them as “political incitement”. In his anger he called Böhmermann, among other things, “a gentleman in a Skoda” and a “three-quarters full punching bag”.

Reaction of the federal police officer

Ostermann has now announced legal action and submitted an official program complaint to ZDF. He criticizes the nature of the dispute, which he finds unacceptable. In an interview, Ostermann said that Böhmermann shouldn't allow himself to do anything. ZDF has not yet responded to the violent allegations.

The controversies surrounding Böhmermann and his statements are part of a broader debate about the limits of satire and its responsibility in democratic discourses. Critics argue that satire should neither violate the facts nor the dignity of people and institutions.

The federal admission program for Afghanistan

Amid the heated discussion surrounding the BAP, it is important to consider the context. On March 27, 2025, a plane landed in Germany with around 174 Afghans who had received visas under various admission programs. These people are considered particularly at risk. However, there are hate posts and false claims about these flights around the world, including the “Great Exchange” conspiracy theory.

The federal government has stated that these are only people who have already received a confirmation of admission; there will be no new confirmations. However, there are still commitments to take in around 2,800 Afghans. The eligible people are selected through a structured process that takes into account criteria such as vulnerability and connection to Germany. However, critics criticize the lack of transparency of this selection process and point to an internal document from the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution that warns of possible influence on the admission process.

The debate about the BAP and Böhmermann's criticism of it is not just a dispute over words, but raises fundamental questions about the integrity and functionality of the admission programs. While Ostermann tries to defend himself against the allegations, it remains to be seen what developments will arise in the future. A path back to respectful dialogue seems urgently needed in this matter.

exxpress.at reports that Jan Böhmermann is making headlines again. Berlin newspaper offers further details on the allegations and Ostermann's reaction. The context of the federal admission program for Afghanistan is also discussed by tagesschau.de illuminated.