Germany rebukes Marco Rubio over far-right party classification

Germany rebuked Secretary of State Marco Rubio for criticizing the classification of the far-right political party Alternative for Germany as a 'proven right-wing extremist organization.' Rubio called the move 'tyranny in disguise,' while Germany defended it as democracy. The party promotes anti-immigrant sentiments and traditional family values, despite some members having controversial statements in the past.

German Citizen Charged with Spying for China in European Parliament

A German citizen who worked for a far-right lawmaker in the European Parliament has been charged with spying for China for over four years, passing on sensitive information and snooping on Chinese dissidents in Germany. Another Chinese citizen was also charged for assisting in providing logistics information. The incident has cast an unflattering light on the far-right party Alternative for Germany (AfD).

German Politics and Migration Policy

Alternative for Germany leader accuses Christian Democrats of abandoning promises on migration post-election. CDU leader Merz shifted to left on key issues in coalition negotiations with SPD. Merz backtracked on fiscal conservatism, passing trillion euro spending bill. AfD criticizes Merz for flip-flopping, gains support while CDU declines post-election.

German National Election Results

Germany's conservative opposition leader Friedrich Merz won a lackluster victory in a national election, while the far-right Alternative for Germany doubled its support since World War II. Chancellor Olaf Scholz conceded defeat, and the election results showed a shift in political landscape with challenges ahead for forming a coalition government.

German National Election 2025

German national election held with four main candidates vying for leadership. Friedrich Merz's conservatives lead with Alternative for Germany seeing a strong increase in support. Chancellor Olaf Scholz concedes defeat for his center-left Social Democrats. Election dominated by economic concerns, migration, and international relations.

Protests Against Far-Right in Germany

Protests against the far-right in Germany have been funded by the left-wing government in Berlin, raising questions about the authenticity of the opposition. Left-wing activist groups have received substantial funding from various government ministries. The government-funded activism has targeted the Alternative for Germany party, leading to calls for its ban. The rise of conservative ideologies and dissatisfaction with leftist governments is evident in recent polls and surveys.

German Court Upholds Observation of Far-Right Party for Suspected Extremism

German court upholds decision to observe far-right party for suspected extremism. Party strongly rejects designation as political attempt to discredit. AfD has moved steadily to the right, opposes bailouts, strong opposition to migration. Ratings declined after extremists meeting report triggered protests.