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At a federal congress held in Magdeburg over the weekend, Jean-Pascal Hohm, president of the youth organization Generation Deutschland affiliated with the far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party, called for mass repatriation of immigrants from Germany. Speaking before attendees, Hohm declared that Germany must remain a country for Germans and emphasized that this principle was non-negotiable. He introduced the concept of “remigration,” a term widely used within far-right circles in Germany, stating that millions had arrived in the country against their will, against the law, and against reason. He added that these individuals should return to their countries of origin. Hohm described Generation Deutschland as an expression of the life will of the German nation. His remarks came amid growing rhetoric from members of the AfD, who have increasingly focused on immigration policy as a central issue. The push for “remigration” has gained traction among far-right groups in recent years, particularly after the rise of populist movements across Europe. During the same event, Dennis Hohloch, an AfD member of the state parliament of Brandenburg, echoed similar sentiments. He opposed the idea that Germany could offset its demographic decline through immigration. According to Hohloch, Germany does not need 80 million residents and can thrive with just 60 million. He argued that migration was unnecessary and that the country’s population size should be reduced rather than expanded. Rene Aust, an AfD member of the European Parliament, took the argument even further. He proposed that the policy of “remigration” should not be limited to Germany alone but extended across all of Europe. Aust suggested transforming Europe into a “fortress Europe,” implying stricter border controls and a more exclusionary approach to immigration. This vision aligns with broader far-right narratives that advocate for national sovereignty and the protection of what they describe as traditional European values. The term “remigration” has become one of the key concepts associated with the far-right in Europe. In the context of far-right ideology, it refers to policies aimed at creating ethnically defined societies and expelling individuals deemed outsiders by proponents of such views. The Federal Constitutional Office in Germany has noted that the term is often linked to efforts to establish homogeneous communities based on ethnic identity. Generation Deutschland was established in November of last year as the successor to the former youth wing of the AfD, known as Junge Alternative. That organization had been dissolved several months earlier after authorities classified it as a confirmed far-right group. Despite the dissolution, Generation Deutschland continues to operate under similar ideological principles and leadership structures. According to the organization's own claims, it has nearly 3,000 members. The continuity between Junge Alternative and Generation Deutschland is evident in both programmatic goals and personnel. Security agencies in Germany continue to monitor the new organization, given its ties to the AfD and its alignment with far-right ideologies. While Generation Deutschland presents itself as a youth-focused initiative, its political agenda mirrors the broader objectives of the parent party, which has long advocated for restrictive immigration policies and a stronger emphasis on national identity. The emergence of Generation Deutschland reflects the ongoing evolution of far-right politics in Germany. As the AfD continues to gain influence, particularly in regions with high levels of anti-immigrant sentiment, its youth organizations play a crucial role in mobilizing support and shaping public discourse around issues such as immigration, cultural identity, and national security. The organization's calls for “remigration” underscore the deepening divide between those who see immigration as a threat to national cohesion and those who view it as essential for economic and social progress. Authorities remain vigilant regarding the activities of Generation Deutschland, recognizing the potential for radicalization and the spread of extremist ideas. Monitoring efforts focus on tracking the organization's outreach, recruitment strategies, and interactions with other far-right groups. Given the historical context of Junge Alternative and the current trajectory of Generation Deutschland, the German government continues to assess the risks posed by such entities while seeking ways to counteract their influence through education, community engagement, and legal measures.