Politico: Merz riscă să piardă politic indiferent de rezultatul alegerilor de duminică. O victorie AfD poate declanșa o criză în CDU

The upcoming elections in Saxony-Anhalt pose a significant political challenge for Friedrich Merz, with potential outcomes that could lead to a crisis for the CDU. A strong performance by the AfD could force the CDU into uncomfortable alliances with leftist parties, while a failure to secure a majority could still leave Merz vulnerable. The rise of the AfD in eastern Germany indicates a shift in voter preferences, and the possibility of the AfD leading a regional government would mark a historic moment. Concerns about election integrity have also emerged, complicating the political landscape further. The CDU faces pressure to reconsider its stance on cooperating with the AfD, as internal discussions about leadership changes intensify amid declining public support.