Tobias Rausch, candidatul AfD, va prezida parlamentul din Saxonia-Anhalt, o premieră pentru extrema dreaptă din 1945

Tobias Rausch from the far-right AfD party has been elected president of the Saxony-Anhalt regional parliament, marking a significant political shift. His election, supported by 48 votes, raises concerns about defections from conservative ranks. This victory comes amid a backdrop of declining popularity for Chancellor Friedrich Merz and his coalition. Rausch aims to secure a majority for the upcoming regional government elections in December, although he faces challenges in gaining support from other parties. Protests against AfD's rise were held outside the parliament, reflecting public discontent. The political landscape remains tense as AfD seeks to establish itself further in German politics.