The Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is projected to finish first in the election for the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt. However, the party does not have a majority and will require support from other parties to govern, which would mark the first time a far-right party has governed a state in Germany since 1945.
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Alternative for Germany Party Leads in Saxony-Anhalt Election but Lacks Majority
The Alternative for Germany party is projected to lead in the Saxony-Anhalt election but does not hold a majority. Without alliances with other parties, the AfD cannot become the first far-right party to govern a German state since 1945.
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