Klaus Esser

Klaus Esser is a German politician and a member of the Landtag of North Rhine-Westphalia, representing the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party since 2022. Before his election to the state parliament, he served as the managing director of the AfD state association in North Rhine-Westphalia and as a district councilor in Düren. His tenure has been marked by significant controversy, including allegations regarding his academic credentials and internal party disputes. In 2026, he faced a criminal penalty order and the loss of his parliamentary immunity following investigations into suspected document forgery.