The Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum denied entry to representatives of the Confederation Korony Polskiej (Crown Confederation) party during the 86th anniversary commemoration of the first deportation of Poles to the camp. The museum cited previous controversial statements made by members of the far-right political group as the reason for the decision. Specifically, the museum referenced public denials of the existence of gas chambers by individuals associated with the party. Museum officials stated this stance was incompatible with the memorial site’s values and mission. The Confederation delegation intended to participate in the anniversary observances. This incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding historical memory and the presence of extremist ideologies near the site of the former concentration camp. The museum maintains its commitment to preserving the memory of the Holocaust and honoring the victims.