AfD party gains attention in Germany as JD Vance and Elon Musk express support

The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party is gaining attention as Germany approaches national elections. Despite support from figures like U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Elon Musk, mainstream parties continue to isolate the AfD, refusing to collaborate with it. The AfD, founded in 2013, has shifted from a protest party to a far-right movement, opposing immigration and the European Union. It has faced backlash for extremist views and connections to far-right groups, leading to protests and its classification as a suspected extremist organization. Recent endorsements from Vance and Musk have raised concerns about foreign influence in German politics. However, polls show limited impact on voter sentiment, with a significant majority of Germans holding negative views of the AfD. Mainstream parties maintain a firm stance against any cooperation with the party.