In a significant shift, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has doubled its vote share from 10.4% to 20.8%, now ranking as the second largest party in the Bundestag. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU) remains the largest, securing 28.6%, but has ruled out coalitions with the AfD. Key AfD policies like strict immigration controls, economic reforms, and a shift away from EU reliance have resonated with voters, aided by leader Alice Weidel's effective communication strategies and appeals to nationalist sentiments, particularly in Eastern Germany.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has surged to become the second largest party in the Bundestag, winning 20.8 percent of the vote in federal elections.
Alice Weidel, the co-leader of the AfD, capitalized on voter frustration, particularly in the former East Germany, opposing immigration and globalisation.
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