German Far-Right AfD Wins Historic State Election

Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) won over 44% of the vote in Saxony-Anhalt, far ahead of the conservative CDU's 18.4%. This marks the first time a far-right party has led a German state government since World War Two.

🐿️ This defeat of mainstream parties signals a radical voter shift that will embolden anti-immigration and populist movements across Europe.