Anger at ‘send them back’ chants by rightwing MEPs after EU migration law vote
Summary
The European Parliament approved new rules to increase deportations of undocumented migrants, with a vote of 418 to 218. After the vote, right-wing members chanted “send them back,” which caused a strong reaction from other lawmakers who opposed the chant.Key Facts
- The vote approved changes to immigration laws aimed at making deportations easier across the EU.
- The new rules could allow detention of migrants for up to two years and sending them to offshore centers.
- These measures have been criticized by human rights groups and 16 UN experts for potentially breaking international law.
- Right-wing Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) celebrated the vote with “send them back” chants.
- Other MEPs responded with “shame on you” chants, showing deep divisions in the parliament.
- The far-right’s actions were condemned as hateful by many politicians and human rights advocates.
- Austria’s far-right Freedom party leader praised the chants as a sign of growing right-wing influence.
- The vote reflects increased representation of nationalist and far-right politicians in the European Parliament after the 2024 elections.
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