# Sweden’s Political Shift Shocks Critics | 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: 2026-09-11T12:06:47+00:00
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Sweden’s political scene is flipping upside down as Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson, who once vowed never to work with the far-right Sweden Democrats, now faces a government reliant on their support — a historic first for the party. His administration has already enacted hardline policies, including ending permanent residency for asylum seekers and raising the age of criminal responsibility to fourteen, while pushing police powers and sentencing reforms. Kristersson credits these moves for slashing asylum applications to a 40-year low and cutting shootings by 75%. But critics warn this alliance is accelerating Sweden’s drift rightward, drawing comparisons to Trump-era America. With polls tight and the Sweden Democrats potentially holding more votes than Kristersson’s own party, his authority could be tested — and the far-right may soon wield real power. 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/4f5bbf49c73a7feb

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