CDU Faces Increasing Pressure from AfD Ahead of 2026 Elections
The CDU faces mounting challenges from the rising AfD ahead of the 2026 state elections, with strategic missteps and polling data indicating tough competition.
The CDU faces mounting challenges from the rising AfD ahead of the 2026 state elections, with strategic missteps and polling data indicating tough competition.
Annegret Kramp-Karrenbauer's election as chair of the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung marks a significant internal setback for CDU leader Friedrich Merz, reflecting deepening party leadership tensions.
Cem Özdemir has outlined a rigorous and optimistic campaign for the upcoming Baden-Württemberg Landtag elections, emphasizing youth involvement, free school lunches, and party unity.
AfD's new youth group retains radical elements as the party leads in political support, facing scrutiny from Germany’s security agency.
Sahra Wagenknecht resigns as leader of Bündnis Sahra Wagenknecht, with new co-chairs elected and plans announced to rebrand the party in October 2026.
Sahra Wagenknecht's party BSW is grappling with internal strife and political setbacks after missing the Bundestag election threshold in 2024, signaling uncertain prospects ahead.
The German Union party faces internal divisions over the government's pension reform ahead of a crucial Bundestag vote, with leadership striving to secure support amid concerns about younger members' opposition.
The AfD party sees a rise in voter support alongside new leadership in its youth wing, signaling shifts within German politics.
Sven Schulze secures strong CDU leadership in Saxony-Anhalt, focusing on local engagement and countering the AfD ahead of a pivotal state election.
The formation of the AfD's youth organization was marked by leadership setbacks and heated debates over a proposed name change, reflecting internal party tensions.
The SPD is in turmoil as prominent leaders resign amid left-wing faction pressures, threatening the party's electoral prospects and coalition stability.
Key political players in Germany prepare for the 2025 federal elections amid coalition and climate discussions, with new party dynamics emerging.
SPD’s Ulf Kämpfer takes lead as top candidate for 2027 Schleswig-Holstein elections, while Manuela Schwesig calls for defense of democracy on historic November 9.
The CDU's victory in Dortmund marks a significant political shift, ending SPD's decades-long control.
Internal criticism of SPD leadership intensifies after poor NRW election results.
Key preliminary outcomes from the NRW 2025 local elections highlight significant party shifts and upcoming runoff elections.
Cologne prepares for a runoff election between the Green Party and SPD for city mayor in September 2025.
Friedrich Merz outlines key consequences for the CDU following NRW election results.
The FDP under Christian Dürr seeks to reestablish itself as the 'radical center' in German politics.
AfD achieves record popularity in Bavaria amidst rising political polarization in Germany.
The Green Party in Germany has issued a strong condemnation of violence in politics, reiterating that such acts undermine democracy.
Political party membership in Sachsen-Anhalt is showing significant growth, particularly for the CDU, SPD, and Greens.