The upcoming continental election in two weeks, involving 350 million Europeans across 27 countries, will decide the fate of a new parliament. In Germany, this election holds significance as a gauge of public opinion for federal politics, and it could encounter challenges, specifically for the SPD.
German Federal StatesDuring Easter, the AfD had one direction which was going upward. The far-right party anticipated becoming prime minister in the state polls of Saxony and Thuringia in the autumn. A potential chancellor candidate, Alice Weidel (45), was also considered seriously. However, just two weeks before...
Calendar-SheetChina intelligence operations, Russia's coal trade, Höcke's fiasco - plus an SS scandal; leading European candidate Maximilian Krah (47) is unfazed. The AfD party's support has declined following Easter (currently at 17%). One individual remains unaffected by this: scandal-plagued Krah himself....
German Federal StatesAfter the resignation of their leading EU candidate Maximilian Krah from the AfD federal executive and his prohibition from participating in the election campaign, the party is faced with a crisis.
German Federal StatesThe controversy surrounding the AfD continues unabated. Their top EU candidate, Maximilian Krah, has caused another stir by discussing National Socialism in an interview.
TechnologyThe Catholic Church continues to stand firm on its decision not to allow AfD state parliament member Christoph Schaufert (55) a role in its ranks, as Bishop of Trier Stefan Ackermann (61) has officially removed him from the Neunkirchen parish council.
German Federal StatesA foolish slogan and much enthusiasm, yet it won't result in any legal ramifications for Cathy Hummels (36). Prosecutors won't be examining the situation as the broadcaster proclaimed "Everything for Germany".
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