A video by Michael Gruber, an FPÖ state parliament member from Upper Austria, has ignited controversy.

In the video, Gruber criticizes what he calls "leftist degenerate politics" and throws a rainbow flag into a trash can, symbolizing his disdain for LGBTQ+ rights.

This act has drawn sharp criticism from political opponents, with the SPÖ and the Greens demanding his resignation and considering legal action.

They argue that the rainbow flag represents the long struggle for equality and a life free from discrimination.

Gruber, however, remains unfazed, defending his actions as a legitimate critique of leftist policies.

The incident has sparked a broader debate on LGBTQ+ rights and political discourse in Austria.