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PoliticsCould Germany’s far right take power in a state for the first time?

A state election in Germany this weekend could reshape the country’s political landscape. The far-right AfD is polling at 42%, nearly twice the support of its closest rival, the conservative CDU, putting it on course for a decisive win and a possible first takeover of a state government.

DDW News 2026-09-05 08:00