AfD is the Favorite in the Saxony-Anhalt State Elections

06.09.2026 10:00 HotInfo

In the German state of Saxony-Anhalt, elections to the 83-member state parliament are being held on Sunday. Approximately 1.7 million eligible voters can cast their votes until 6:00 p.m. The clear favorite is the right-wing populist Alternative for Germany, which according to polls reaches support above 40 percent. STVR (Minute by Minute) ↗

AfD could achieve a historic success in the state and take power at the state level for the first time. In polls, it has a significant lead over the conservatives of Chancellor Friedrich Merz, in some measurements by almost twenty points. There is also a possibility that the party would gain enough mandates to govern without a coalition partner. Trend ↗

The party has recorded a surge in popularity despite the fact that the state secret service in Saxony-Anhalt already designated it as right-wing extremist in 2023. AfD opposes migration and its possible success would have significance extending beyond the borders of this state, as it would strengthen its position in all-German politics. aktuality.sk ↗

Security authorities are meanwhile preparing for possible protests following AfD's expected election success. Police are counting on spontaneous actions by opponents of the party, not only in Magdeburg and Saxony-Anhalt, but also in other cities including Leipzig. Further developments will depend on the evening results and on whether AfD can convert its polling lead into a parliamentary majority. teraz.sk ↗

This summary was generated by artificial intelligence. It may contain inaccuracies. Please verify information in the original sources below.