Saxony-Anhalt: Whether it's an AfD earthquake or a trial by fire - things are getting critical for Merz
Will the AfD come to power in a federal state for the first time or not? It's a close race. Chancellor Merz faces greater difficulties in either case.
The outcome of the state election in Saxony-Anhalt is uncertain, with two possible scenarios emerging: an absolute majority for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party or a minority government led by the Christian Democratic Union (CDU) with support from the Left Party. The CDU's federal leader, Friedrich Merz, and state leader, Sven Schulze, may face turmoil within their party due to potential cooperation with the Left Party.
The AfD's possible win would be a significant upset, and Merz may be held accountable for the CDU's poor performance. The election results may also impact the federal government's coalition and Merz's chancellorship.
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