Hubert Aiwanger, prominent German politician, found dead in Berlin hotel

Hubert Aiwanger, a prominent German politician and deputy leader of Bavaria, was found dead in a Berlin hotel. The cause of death is under investigation by police and prosecutors. Aiwanger, who led the Free Voters party and served as Bavarian economy minister, was in Berlin for a party event but did not attend due to feeling unwell. His death has been described as a tragedy by Bavarian state premier Markus Soeder. Aiwanger faced controversy earlier this year over a past antisemitic pamphlet, which he denied writing but acknowledged possessing. He is survived by two children and his partner.