Following the AfD's Saxony-Anhalt state victory on 2026-09-06, far-right leader Alice Weidel stated a goal of at least 40% support in the next federal election. U.S. President Donald Trump hailed the AfD's strong result on 2026-09-09, drawing criticism given the party's far-right ideology.
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"My stated goal is to significantly widen the gap in a very short time and grow to at least 40% for the next federal election," said Weidel.
What far-right AfD victory in German state election could mean The Brandmauer (firewall) maintained by centrist parties against the AfD seems to be crumbling. The numbers simply do not stack up to do that this time, writes @georgvh.com Read the latest newsletter here: The Brandmauer (firewall) maintained by centrist parties against the AfD seems to be crumbling. The numbers simply do not stack up
US President Donald Trump hailed a strong result for the far-right Alternative for Germany party in a state election, a vote that presented a challenge to the country’s ruling government and sent shockwaves through Europe.