Far-right German politician stands trial over alleged use of Nazi slogan

Björn Hocke, a 52-year-old German politician, is currently on trial in Halle for using a banned Nazi slogan, "All for Germany," at political rallies in 2021. Hocke is the leader of the regional branch of Alternative for Germany (AfD). He is also accused of using symbols of unconstitutional organizations. The trial has pitted AfD against the political establishment, adding tension to the upcoming elections. The allegations against Hocke and the support for his party have raised concerns about a concerning shift towards far-right politics and extremism across Europe, according to experts.