Tumults in the Bielefeld city council: Applause for AfD causes chaos!

Tumults in the Bielefeld city council: Applause for AfD causes chaos!

A shocking incident rocked the Bielefeld city council meeting on Thursday evening (November 14th). While politicians discussed a commemorative event to mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation from National Socialism, there were tumultuous scenes in the audience.

Provocation and tumult in the audience

The AfD caused a stir on the podium and received unexpected applause from the audience. A young spectator, a member of the Young Liberals, dared to point out to the applauding AfD supporters that applause in the audience was not only inappropriate, but also forbidden. This remark led to a heated exchange when an older gentleman stood up and raised his fists threateningly. He reportedly confronted the young man and challenged him to “solve the matter at the door” – a clear escalation of the situation.

The heated arguments led to the council meeting having to be interrupted. Mayor Pit Clausen took the floor and warned those involved to restore order. The incident shines a bright light on the tensions that exist in Bielefeld's political landscape and shows how quickly a discussion can turn into chaos.