AfD election finale in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern; SPD leads in polls
The AfD concludes its election campaign in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, with its top candidate seeking government responsibility. A recent poll shows the SPD ahead of the AfD in the state, while CDU politician Laschet warns that a chancellor change would be 'extremely harmful.' The outcome remains uncertain as the election approaches.
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German State Elections: AfD Gains Expected, Merz's Leadership Under Pressure
Two German state elections in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Berlin concluded campaigning, with voting scheduled for Sunday. The far-right AfD is projected to make significant gains, particularly in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, potentially deepening Chancellor Merz's political crisis and challenging the federal coalition. The outcomes will test Merz's leadership and could reshape Germany's political landscape.