Sweden's Migration Minister Reveals Far-Right Involvement by His Teenage Son
Johan Forssell, Sweden’s Migration Minister, speaks out after learning of his son's connections to far-right groups.
STOCKHOLM — In a dramatic turn of events, Johan Forssell, Sweden's Migration Minister and member of the centre-right Moderate Party, has come forward regarding his teenage son's involvement with violent far-right extremist groups.
This revelation comes after the Swedish security service, Säpo, alerted Forssell weeks ago to his 16-year-old son's activities.Forssell, who is part of a governing coalition supported by the far-right Sweden Democrats, disclosed his son's actions following an exposé by Expo, an anti-racism magazine.
According to Expo, the son had attempted to recruit individuals for a white supremacist organization and participated in events with Aktivklubb Sverige, known for its neo-Nazi and violent tendencies.Forssell, speaking to TV4, expressed his shock and horror as a father.
He stated that conversations with his son would continue, emphasizing that his son is not suspected of any criminal wrongdoing.
Forssell also acknowledged being unaware of the extent of his son's involvement until Expo contacted him.
He used the incident to caution parents about the potential influence of social media on their children.The issue has sparked political controversy in Sweden.
The Left Party has called for Forssell to be summoned before the Riksdag and address the matter publicly.
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson defended Forssell, praising his actions as those of a responsible parent upon learning about his son's involvement with problematic groups.This event highlights the ongoing presence of far-right extremism in Sweden, where such groups often target young men through online platforms before transitioning to private channels for recruitment and activities.
The Sweden Democrats' historical ties to neo-Nazi movements add context to their influence within the coalition government, reflecting a complex political landscape in Sweden.
This revelation comes after the Swedish security service, Säpo, alerted Forssell weeks ago to his 16-year-old son's activities.Forssell, who is part of a governing coalition supported by the far-right Sweden Democrats, disclosed his son's actions following an exposé by Expo, an anti-racism magazine.
According to Expo, the son had attempted to recruit individuals for a white supremacist organization and participated in events with Aktivklubb Sverige, known for its neo-Nazi and violent tendencies.Forssell, speaking to TV4, expressed his shock and horror as a father.
He stated that conversations with his son would continue, emphasizing that his son is not suspected of any criminal wrongdoing.
Forssell also acknowledged being unaware of the extent of his son's involvement until Expo contacted him.
He used the incident to caution parents about the potential influence of social media on their children.The issue has sparked political controversy in Sweden.
The Left Party has called for Forssell to be summoned before the Riksdag and address the matter publicly.
Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson defended Forssell, praising his actions as those of a responsible parent upon learning about his son's involvement with problematic groups.This event highlights the ongoing presence of far-right extremism in Sweden, where such groups often target young men through online platforms before transitioning to private channels for recruitment and activities.
The Sweden Democrats' historical ties to neo-Nazi movements add context to their influence within the coalition government, reflecting a complex political landscape in Sweden.
