Germany's far-right AfD gains support ahead of national elections

Germany's far-right party, Alternative for Germany (AfD), is gaining support ahead of national elections on Sunday, polling at 21%, double its 2021 results. This surge reflects a broader trend of rising far-right nationalism in Europe. The AfD has received endorsements from figures like Elon Musk and aims to establish ties with U.S. conservatives. The party's platform includes mass deportations of undocumented migrants and a rejection of established climate science, which has drawn criticism from various groups. Current polls show the Christian Democratic Union leading at 28%, while the Social Democratic Union trails at 16%. The elections follow a coalition collapse over budget disagreements, marking a significant shift in Germany's political landscape.