AfD Surges to Power in Saxony-Anhalt | Spokane News

AfD shocks Germany by taking the lead in Saxony-Anhalt elections with 44% of the vote — their first path to state power since WWII. With 77% turnout, voters are furious with Chancellor Merz’s conservatives, rejecting the status quo and embracing AfD’s hardline agenda: slash immigration, cozy up to Russia, ditch Ukraine aid, exit the Euro, and revive nationalist symbols. At just 35, AfD’s candidate Ulrich Siegmund declares this the first step toward national power by 2029 — while mainstream parties refuse to partner with them, fearing extremism. The AfD, now polling at 28% nationally, is riding a wave of frustration, promising traditional values, Russian-language education, and banning rainbow flags — signaling a nation desperate for radical change. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fb2a5487dab0f2a0