Event Brief
UPDATED May 8, 2026 at 7:04 AM ET
May 5, 2026 at 9:05 AM ET
Germany: AfD benefits from discontent with Merz government
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AfD has gained support in Germany due to public discontent with Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s government.
WHO: AfD
WHAT: AfD gains support amid dissatisfaction with Merz’s government
WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 6:40 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: The far-right AfD is benefiting from discontent with Merz’s government.
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