Summary
The UK Attorney General, Lord Hermer, expressed regret for using "clumsy" language when he compared arguments against international law to those made in 1930s Germany. His remarks prompted criticism, accusing him of labeling his opponents as Nazis, an interpretation he denies. Lord Hermer stated that his speech aimed to support international law.
Key Facts
- Lord Hermer compared arguments against following international law to those made in Germany before the Nazis took power.
- Tory leader Kemi Badenoch criticized him, saying he called his opponents Nazis.
- Lord Hermer expressed regret over his choice of words, calling them "clumsy."
- He emphasized the importance of supporting international law for security and tackling immigration crime.
- The controversy arises as some UK politicians call for withdrawing from the European Convention on Human Rights.
- Carl Schmitt, a legal scholar mentioned by Hermer, supported Nazi policies.
- Critics argue that current international law affects the UK's ability to manage migration effectively.
