German CDU/CSU slides to 19% as AfD gains; no chancellor change backed

New nationwide polls show the AfD strengthening as the strongest force while the CDU/CSU (Union) falls to 19%, indicating a significant shift in German political dynamics. Former government spokesman Steffen Hebestreit does not support a change in chancellor despite the crisis, suggesting internal resistance to leadership change. This matters as it signals potential instability in Germany's ruling coalition and a rise of the far-right ahead of future elections.