AfD's Saxony-Anhalt branch pushes for crisis talks before 2026 vote
Pressure is mounting on the leadership of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) in Saxony-Anhalt to call an extraordinary party conference. Around 150 members of the state branch have signed a motion demanding an open debate on recent allegations and the establishment of an ethics committee. These measures are intended to stabilize the party ahead of the 2026 elections and restore its credibility.
The motion, reported by broadcasters RTL and ntv, proposes that the party's grassroots members discuss rules governing jobs within parliamentary groups and lawmakers' offices. The signatories emphasize that only a full party conference can clarify accountability and protect lead candidate Ulrich Siegmund. They argue that the state executive is currently unable to manage the crisis alone.
However, calling a conference does not depend on the number of signatures but requires the approval of at least four district associations. It remains unclear whether this support will be secured. Still, the push for a conference underscores deep tensions within the party and a growing demand among members for greater involvement in decision-making.
Political pressure on the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt is intensifying as the party prepares for the 2026 state elections. The creation of an ethics committee could help resolve internal conflicts and align the party behind a unified strategy. The coming weeks will reveal whether the state leadership responds to members' demands and what steps it takes to address the crisis.
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