Elon Musk congratulates AfD leader Alice Weidel on election success in Germany

Elon Musk congratulated Alice Weidel, co-leader of Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), after the party secured second place in the recent election, doubling its support from the last vote. Weidel noted that Musk had called her personally. The AfD's gains were attributed to rising concerns over immigration and energy costs. Other far-right leaders across Europe also celebrated the party's success, with Hungary's Viktor Orbán and Italy's Matteo Salvini offering their congratulations. The election results have sparked discussions about the AfD's growing influence, despite previous efforts by mainstream parties to isolate it. The party's co-leader mentioned receiving support from various international allies, including figures from the Trump administration.