Eichwald’s expulsion, which he can contest at the federal arbitration court, follows a request from the Herford district association, citing his behavior as damaging to the party’s image. The request highlighted Eichwald’s recent membership and alleged politically biased activities, including a photo with members of the SPD and Greens, which he did not disclose during his admission interview. The party maintains that members espousing anti-democratic ideologies have no place within its ranks.