The inquiry focuses on claims that Schledde mandated parliamentary staff to perform party-related duties, contravening regulations that prohibit the use of taxpayer-funded employees for political purposes. Additionally, allegations have emerged regarding undisclosed cash donations collected at AfD events, which may constitute further breaches of party financing laws. Schledde, who is seeking re-election as state party leader, has denied the allegations and expressed confidence in the eventual outcome of the investigations.