Alice Weidel emerges as chancellor candidate for Germany's far-right AfD party

Alice Weidel, the chancellor candidate for Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), is gaining attention for her unique background. A fluent Mandarin speaker and economist, she has worked for major financial firms and is raising two sons with a Sri Lankan filmmaker. Weidel's leadership has helped the AfD achieve record support, with polls showing the party at 21%. This marks the first time the AfD has nominated a chancellor candidate, although other parties currently refuse to cooperate with them in government. Despite her personal lifestyle, Weidel navigates the party's conservative values while appealing to a broader audience. She has focused on anti-immigration sentiments and economic reforms, positioning herself as a moderate figure within the party.