Sweden Democrats lose ground in Skåne stronghold for first time

In the 2026 Swedish general election, the Sweden Democrats (SD) lost support in all municipalities in Skåne, their historical stronghold, marking the first time the party has lost ground in a general election. The decline appears driven by internal dissatisfaction and local issues, as exemplified by a former SD voter citing a desire for change. This signals a potential shift in Sweden's political landscape, though the national impact remains to be seen.