Geert Wilders: Dutch firebrand tells hate speech trial of 'mega Moroccan problem'

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Dutch firebrand tells hate speech trial of 'mega Moroccan problem'
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Anti-Islam politician Geert Wilders criticises Moroccan immigrants in statement read at his own trial, which he has refused to attend in person

Dutch anti-Islam opposition leader Geert Wilders said his country has a "mega Moroccan problem" in a statement read to his trial in which he is accused of inciting discrimination and hatred of Moroccans.

The Freedom Party leader was charged over his appearance at a local election rally in early 2014, when he was filmed leading chants for fewer Moroccans in the country and calling them scum.

"It is my right and my duty as a politician to speak about the problems in our country. Because the Netherlands has a mega Moroccan problem," he said in the statement read by one of his lawyers.

His statement said Moroccans made up a disproportionate share of benefit recipients and criminals. "I haven't said anything wrong," he added.

Wilders, who could face up to two years in jail and a fine of up to $8,100 if convicted, has refused to attend what he calls a political trial.

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