The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the second largest political party in Germany with approximately 20% of the vote, almost double from the 2021 German elections. The party has particularly gained ground in eastern Germany, where it has emerged as the strongest political force. Lead candidate Alice Weidel expressed willingness to coalition with the center-right CDU and criticized its leader, Friedrich Merz. The AfD, singled out for its far-right stance and controversial rhetoric, has been categorized by security authorities as partially extremist, sparking scrutiny over its members and their actions.
They wanted to halve us, but the opposite has happened!
The AfD's anti-immigration rhetoric defined the election, advocating for closed borders to refugees and asylum seekers.
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