Far-right politician Miguel Arruda in Portugal has been accused of stealing luggage at airports, resulting in his expulsion from the Chega party. Police investigation revealed missing suitcases found at his home and video footage allegedly showing him stealing luggage from a carousel. Arruda maintains his innocence, claiming that the footage might be AI-generated. He requested the lifting of his parliamentary immunity and remains in the assembly as an independent, despite being booed by former party members. Chega's president stated it was untenable for Arruda to stay in the parliamentary group amidst these serious accusations.
I am being crucified on the public square but until proven otherwise, I am innocent.
The video surveillance footage could have been generated by artificial intelligence.
Faced with these circumstances I can't allow him to remain in the parliamentary group.
Police had camera footage allegedly showing the politician taking his suitcase and a second, smaller one off the baggage carousel.
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