Insult and Threat - Since 2022: Prime Minister has filed 93 criminal charges
Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Minister President Manuela Schwesig (SPD) has filed more than 90 criminal charges for severe insults or threats since 2022. This was announced by the State Chancellery. In 2022, there were 70 criminal charges, eight in the previous year, and 15 so far this year. Politicians are repeatedly targeted by hate and harassment. Previously, the "Ostsee-Zeitung" had reported.
Following the announcement by the State Chancellery, it was revealed that Manuela Schwesig has also faced criminal charges for alleged acts of retaliation, specifically for filing charges related to severe criminal charges of insults or threats. Despite the high number of charges against her, political figures continue to face hate and harassment, as reported by the "Ostsee-Zeitung".