German politician mimics Hitler at far-right party event in Giessen

A German politician from the far-right AfD party, Alexander Eichwald, mimicked Adolf Hitler's speaking style during a party event, sparking controversy. Eichwald used a rigid tone and gestures reminiscent of the Nazi era, addressing attendees as "party comrades" and speaking of loyalty to Germany and protecting its culture from foreign influences. The incident occurred at a youth convention in Giessen, with video of the speech going viral and drawing criticism, including questions about whether Eichwald was a state informant.