Swiss politicians split over AfD win in Saxony-Anhalt

The far-right AfD party became the strongest force in the German state parliament of Saxony-Anhalt, prompting divided reactions among Swiss politicians. The result is seen as alarming by left-wing parties and as a consequence of failed policies by right-wing and liberal parties. SP National Councillor Fabian Molina called the result "alarming" and a "wake-up call" for all democratic forces to prioritize anti-fascism, also criticizing Chancellor Merz's "socially cold" policies. SVP's Roland Rino Büchel dismissed comparisons between the AfD and his party as "nonsense," attributing the result to established parties ignoring public concerns about migration and security. FDP's Hans-Peter Portmann warned that Switzerland could face similar political shifts if established parties fail to address issues like security, criminal migration, and rising living costs. Green Party's Christine Badertscher expressed concern about the AfD's climate change denial, though she noted her party's own electoral gains.