German Activist Seeks Political Asylum in US, Alleges Threats and Government Inaction

A prominent 25-year-old German conservative activist, Naomi Seibt, has formally submitted a petition for political asylum in the United States. She cites a sustained campaign of threats against her safety and a belief that she will not receive adequate protection from authorities in her home country, a situation she claims has been endorsed by entrepreneur Elon Musk.

Seibt’s decision to seek refuge stems from what she describes as a perilous environment in Germany, where she fears for her physical well-being and liberty. Her case presents the uncommon scenario of a citizen from a major Western European nation seeking political asylum in America over claims of persecution.

A History of Controversy

Naomi Seibt first gained international attention as a teenager. By 2020, at the age of 19, her outspoken commentary on topics such as immigration and climate change had positioned her as a notable figure in conservative circles. It was during this period that a U.S.-based conservative think tank enlisted her, amplifying her profile significantly.

This elevated platform also brought intense scrutiny and a label she says was created and perpetuated by German media: the “anti-Greta.” This moniker was used to frame her as a direct foil to the Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg. Seibt has expressed frustration with this characterization, stating it was a form of demonization. “I had started becoming known and internationally recognized as the anti-Greta Thunberg in 2020,” she told Fox News. “The German media called me the anti-Greta, they demonize me as the anti-Greta, like an anti-Christ for Greta Thunberg.”

Seibt has sought to define her own identity beyond this label. “I’m Naomi Seibt and want to be recognized as who I am because I’m not just some puppet poster figure for the right wing,” she asserted, emphasizing her desire to be seen as an individual rather than a symbol.

Escalating Fears and a Plea for Safety

According to Seibt, her public profile has made her a target for extremist groups. “In 2024, I found out that I had been spied on by German intelligence for years. Simultaneously, I keep receiving death threats from Antifa,” she stated, referring to threats of extreme physical harm. She described these menacing communications as a long-standing issue she has endured “for years.”

The core of her asylum claim rests on the alleged failure of the German state to protect her. Seibt recounted a deeply troubling experience when she attempted to report the threats to law enforcement. She claims that when she approached the police, she was informed they were unable to take preventative action. Paraphrasing their response, Seibt stated the authorities told her they could not do anything “as long as I have not actually been” subjected to a severe physical assault. This interaction, she argues, demonstrates a critical lapse in her security and a justification for seeking protection elsewhere. “I am not getting protection from the German government even though I am at major risk of potentially” facing extreme violence, she added.

The Elon Musk Connection

Seibt’s pursuit of asylum has reportedly found an influential supporter in Elon Musk. She claims that the billionaire has privately offered his support for her efforts to become an American citizen. Seibt said her interactions with Musk began on his social media platform, X, last year and evolved into a direct confirmation of her fears.

She alleges that Musk shares her concerns about the security situation in Europe for high-profile individuals. “Elon has been terrified to go to Europe and knows that there is an extremely high threat and has confirmed this to me personally,” she explained. This alleged validation from Musk was a pivotal factor in her decision. “That’s when I made the decision to apply for asylum myself. He gave me his approval for that,” she stated.

Her asylum petition represents the culmination of years of public controversy, alleged threats, and a profound sense of abandonment by her country’s institutions. By seeking refuge in the U.S., Seibt is escalating her case to an international level, arguing that her fundamental rights to safety and free expression are no longer guaranteed in Germany. The outcome of her application will be closely watched, as it could set a precedent for similar cases involving political speech and perceived state inaction in Western nations.