AfD Leader Weidel Endorses Donald Trump for US President
Exclusive Interview on ZDF's "Berlin direkt"
Weidel expresses support for Trump, sparking controversy
Alice Weidel, the co-leader of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), has come under fire for expressing support for Donald Trump's re-election bid. In an exclusive interview on ZDF's political magazine "Berlin direkt," Weidel said she was "keeping her fingers crossed" for the incumbent US president.
Weidel's comments have sparked controversy within Germany, where Trump is a highly polarizing figure. The AfD, known for its anti-immigration and anti-EU rhetoric, has been criticized for its close ties to white nationalists and other extremist groups.
Weidel's endorsement of Trump has further strained relations between the AfD and other political parties in Germany. The Christian Democratic Union (CDU), the country's largest political party, has condemned Weidel's comments, calling them "irresponsible and dangerous."
The Social Democratic Party (SPD), the CDU's junior coalition partner, has also criticized Weidel, saying that her support for Trump "shows the true face of the AfD."
Weidel's interview, which will air in full on July 7, is expected to further inflame the debate over the role of the AfD in German politics. The party has made significant gains in recent years, capitalizing on anti-immigration sentiments and dissatisfaction with the established political system.
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