EU Parliament asked to lift immunity of German far-right MEP accused of baseball‑bat attack on teen

The European Parliament is considering a request to lift the immunity of German MEP Arno Bausemer, accused of drink-driving and assaulting a minor. Bausemer allegedly attacked a 14-year-old with a baseball bat during an election campaign. He later failed a breathalyzer test, showing double the legal alcohol limit. Parliamentary immunity is designed to protect MEPs from legal actions that could hinder their duties, but it can be waived in certain circumstances. Currently, the immunity of ten MEPs is under review, with concerns about the lengthy process undermining legal equality. Experts expect Bausemer's immunity to be lifted for prosecution.