The letters, addressed to party leaders Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla, describe a culture of ‘purges’ and ‘Goebbels-like methods’ within the AfD, particularly under the leadership of Markus Frohnmaier. Rüdiger Klos, a departing member of the state parliament, accuses the leadership of stifling dissent through exclusionary tactics and fostering a ‘sect-like’ atmosphere. Additional signatories express concerns over power concentration and lack of transparency, calling for an independent review of the party’s finances. Despite these allegations, Frohnmaier was reaffirmed in his position with over 91% support at a recent party congress.