# AfD Surges in Saxony-Anhalt | Europe News

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-09-04T18:54:44+00:00
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Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt is heating up as the AfD, labeled “confirmed right-wing extremist” by its own intelligence agency, could win outright in this state election — a shocking turn after polling showed them surging past traditional parties. Once hovering around 20% in 2021, they’re now capitalizing on economic and social discontent, even as foreign-born residents make up just 9% of the population — far below other states. Despite claims that immigrants drain welfare, the data doesn’t support it. Meanwhile, the CDU and SPD are hemorrhaging support, with the SPD perilously close to the 5% threshold that could erase their parliamentary seats — signaling a seismic shift in German politics. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/41c98475c9fde027

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