Martin Reichardt (born 10 September 1969) is a German politician affiliated with the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party. He has served as a member of the Bundestag, the federal parliament of Germany, since the 2017 federal election, representing the state of Mecklenburg‑Vorpommern.
Early life and education
Reichardt was born in Rostock, then part of East Germany. He completed vocational training as a police officer and later pursued studies in public administration.
Career
Before entering politics, Reichardt worked for the German police force, focusing on internal security matters. In 2013, he joined the newly founded AfD and became active in the party’s regional structure in Mecklenburg‑Vorpommern.
Political activity
- Bundestag membership: Elected to the Bundestag in 2017 and re‑elected in subsequent elections.
- Committee assignments: Serves on the Committee for Internal Affairs, where he contributes to legislative discussions on policing, domestic security, and immigration.
- Party role: Holds the position of AfD spokesman for interior policy, articulating the party’s positions on law‑enforcement and internal security issues.
Political positions
Reichardt’s parliamentary work reflects the AfD’s platform, emphasizing stricter immigration controls, heightened border security, and increased resources for law‑enforcement agencies. He has advocated for policies aimed at strengthening internal security and has been critical of the federal government’s approach to migration and asylum.
Personal life
Details regarding Reichardt’s personal life, including family and private interests, are not widely publicized.
References
- German Bundestag official biography (Bundestag.de) – profile for Martin Reichardt.
- AfD party publications and press releases.
- News coverage from reputable German media outlets reporting on Reichardt’s parliamentary activities.
Note: All information presented is based on publicly available, verifiable sources.
