Manfred Hauser

Manfred Hauser is the president of the Bavarian Office for the Protection of the Constitution (Verfassungsschutz), where he oversees the monitoring of extremist activities in Bavaria. Recently, he commented on the increasing right-wing extremism in the region, noting that while the number of right-wing extremist crimes has decreased, the number of individuals classified as right-wing extremists has risen. Hauser has also addressed concerns about the influence of social media on youth radicalization and the need for vigilance regarding potential threats related to the rise of extremist movements, including the controversial party AfD, which has gained significant political traction in Germany.