German leaders admit mistakes in far-right AfD cooperation backlash
Two prominent German politicians have admitted their parties made errors in cooperating with the far-right AfD. The decisions, made over a year ago, involved joint votes on stricter migration laws. Both the Union and BSW now face political consequences for their actions.
The controversy began after a stabbing attack in Aschaffenburg prompted calls for harsher asylum policies. The CDU/CSU, needing a majority, relied on AfD votes to pass the motion. CDU leader Friedrich Merz later called the cooperation a mistake, though the AfD celebrated it as a victory.
The admissions from Söder and Ernst highlight the risks of collaborating with the AfD. Their parties now face weakened public support. The episode has also reignited debates over migration policy and cross-party alliances in Germany.
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