An explosive letter was recently received in parliament: The office of the public economic and corruption prosecutor (WKStA) wants the extradition of the chairman of the FPÖ club Herbert Kickl. That reports Profile. In the office of the President of the National Council Walter Rosenkranz was up Thursday evening WHAT-Confirms the extradition request.
sea profile The request to lift parliamentary immunity arrived in the mailbox of the President of the National Council Rosenkranz (FPÖ) on 6 November. The FPÖ he refused to extradite Kickl.
Extradition is likely to get a majority
Kickl is likely to be extradited, requested by the Economic and Corruption Prosecutor’s Office (WKStA). get a majority. When asked by the APA, the SPÖ indicated that it would agree to the extradition request. The reason for the request is suspected allegations of false statements in the U-Committee regarding “abuse of red-blue power” and a complaint made by ÖVP MP Andreas Hanger. NEOS did not want to comment on this and would be waiting for the immunity committee.
The background is a statement of facts given by the former ÖVP MP Hanger Andreas It was submitted to the Vienna Public Prosecutor’s Office at the end of July. The charge: Kickl repeatedly told untruths during his appearance on April 11 before the committee of inquiry on the “red-blue abuse of power.” Among other things, the content of the Klagenfurt advertising agency Ideenschmiedeto blue advertising businesses and Kickl’s relationship as Interior Minister with the former FPÖ MP Hans-Jörg Jeneein.
The public prosecutor’s office in Vienna handed over the case to the WKStA. They now want to investigate the suspicion of false statements – if Kickl is extradited. The Immunity Committee and subsequently the National Council must decide on this.
Statement from the FPÖ
“The invitation of Herbert Kickl to the inquiry committee was a political maneuver aimed at damaging Herbert Kickl personally and the FPÖ as a whole,” said a written statement from the Freedom Parliamentary Club on Thursday: “From our point of view, it is clear hence the political connection.” Kickl made the statement as a member of parliament and is therefore immune. Therefore, the FPÖ rejects the request for extradition. Kickl also said “truly in the investigative committee”.
The ÖVP naturally saw things differently. General Secretary Christian lobbyist said in a broadcast on Friday: “The Kickl-FPÖ likes to talk about double standards, and at the first opportunity they use themselves. There is no other option, however, than to extradite Herbert Kickl.” The SPÖ also had nothing to do with Kickl’s parliamentary activities and wanted to give the WKStA a chance to investigate. The ÖVP and SPÖ together form the majority in both the Immunity Committee and the plenary session.
What are the potential political consequences for Herbert Kickl if the extradition request is granted?
Time.news Interview: The Extradition Request of Herbert Kickl
Editor (E): Welcome to Time.news. Today, we’re diving into a significant political development that has captured the attention of both the public and lawmakers alike. We’re joined by Dr. Maria Schmidt, a renowned expert in Austrian political law. Maria, thank you for being here.
Dr. Schmidt (S): Thank you for having me. It’s a pleasure to discuss this pressing issue.
E: Let’s get straight to it. Recently, the office of the public economic and corruption prosecutor, WKStA, sent a letter requesting the extradition of Herbert Kickl, the chairman of the FPÖ club. What’s the background of this request?
S: The extradition request stems from allegations against Mr. Kickl for making false statements during his testimony before a parliamentary committee. Specifically, he was accused of providing untruthful information regarding the misuse of power during his tenure as a minister. The request was officially filed with the President of the National Council, Walter Rosenkranz, around November 6th.
E: And it seems this situation is causing quite a stir in the political arena. What’s the reaction from the other parties?
S: Indeed, the political responses are crucial to this unfolding story. The SPÖ has indicated that they would support the extradition request, which is significant because it suggests there could be a majority in favor of lifting Mr. Kickl’s parliamentary immunity. On the other hand, NEOS has chosen to remain silent for the moment, waiting for the outcome of the immunity committee’s evaluation.
E: It sounds like there’s a clear divide forming. Can you explain the implications should the extradition move forward?
S: If the request to lift his immunity is granted, Mr. Kickl could face legal proceedings that might lead to a trial. This could have considerable political consequences, not only for him but for the FPÖ as a whole. The accusations could further damage the party’s reputation and influence, especially given the serious nature of the allegations concerning misuse of power.
E: The specific allegations relate to a former ÖVP MP submitting a complaint against Kickl. How significant is this connection?
S: It’s quite significant. The complaint from ÖVP MP Andreas Hanger anchors the accusations in a political context that resonates with ongoing tensions between political parties in Austria. The allegations about Kickl’s dealings during his time as Interior Minister and the connections to certain advertising firms are under scrutiny, highlighting concerns over transparency and accountability in government positions.
E: With such weighty allegations, what’s the likelihood of the extradition actually occurring?
S: Given that the SPÖ has expressed willingness to support the request, and if NEOS chooses not to oppose it, the chances of reaching a majority in parliament appear favorable for the WKStA’s extradition request. However, parliamentary procedures and political dynamics can be unpredictable, so we’ll have to watch closely as this develops.
E: Thank you for sharing your insights, Maria. As always, your expertise helps to clarify complex political matters. We’ll continue to monitor this situation closely as it unfolds.
S: Thank you for the opportunity to discuss these important issues. It’s crucial for the public to stay informed.
E: Absolutely. To our readers, stay tuned to Time.news for updates on this and other significant political developments.