Social media influencer Naomi Seibt, a supporter of the nationalist AfD party, said she is being persecuted in Germany for her political views.
November 9, 2025 at 4:02 a.m. ESTToday at 4:02 a.m. EST
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Naomi Seibt near her family house in Münster, Germany, in 2020, at age 19. Seibt is seeking asylum in the United States for alleged persecution in Germany for her right-wing activities. (Sebastien Van Malleghem/For The Washington Post)
By Kate Brady and
BERLIN — A prominent far-right German activist has applied for political asylum in the United States, citing fears for her safety, as the Trump administration has signaled plans to prioritize protections for White refugees and Europeans who claim they are being targeted for their populist views.
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