Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer is pushing for a constitutional ban on political Islam. The proposal aims to formally prohibit ideologies seen as undermining democratic principles. While not outright rejecting the idea, the Chancellor’s coalition partners have expressed reservations. The Neos party stated they are awaiting a concrete and workable proposal. The Social Democratic Party (SPÖ) is calling for a comprehensive debate on the matter before any decisions are made. The move signals potential tensions within the governing coalition regarding the scope and implementation of such a ban, and raises questions about defining “political Islam” within a legal framework. Further discussions are expected to determine the feasibility and legality of the proposed constitutional amendment.