Hoppermann accuses Schwesig of irresponsible election campaign in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

CDU General Secretary Franziska Hoppermann has accused Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's Minister President Manuela Schwesig of running a self-centered election campaign that weakens the political center, calling it "irresponsible" and claiming it ultimately helps the AfD. Hoppermann stated Schwesig prioritizes party interests over the state's, and her personalized campaign aims to diminish the CDU. With the CDU polling at just 7 percent, Hoppermann argued a strong CDU is needed to prevent a left-wing majority, urging voters to choose her party. In polls for the September 20 state election, the AfD leads, though the SPD has gained ground. The Greens hover near 5 percent, risking losing representation, while the CDU faces its worst-ever result. A left coalition of SPD, Left, and Greens would currently hold a majority.