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AfD's Weidel to unveil plan to cut EU powers — report

Germany's far-right AfD, led by Alice Weidel, is set to present a policy paper proposing a significant reduction of EU powers, according to Politico. This marks an escalation in the party's eurosceptic stance ahead of elections, potentially influencing German and EU political dynamics. The proposal's specifics and immediate political impact remain unclear.

Deutsche Welleabout 6 hours agoDEengCredibility 55%View source

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#afd #eu #euroscepticism #germany #policy

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AfD Proposes Radical EU Reform, Threatens German Exit

AfD leader Alice Weidel has presented a proposal in the European Parliament to radically reform the EU, including abolishing direct EP elections, shrinking the Commission, and allowing Germany to opt out of common policies and Schengen. This confirms an escalation of the AfD's eurosceptic stance. The immediate political impact and legislative effect of this proposal remain unclear.

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