Friedrich Merz Reaffirms Opposition to Far-Right Alternative for Germany Amid Election Controversy
Friedrich Merz, CDU candidate for chancellor, asserts his party won't collaborate with the far-right, despite recent criticism and protests over migration policies.
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In the lead-up to Germany's Feb. 23 election, CDU's Friedrich Merz declared the far-right AfD his 'most important opponent' and vowed never to collaborate with them. His recent motion to tighten immigration laws has sparked protests and criticism, including from ex-Chancellor Merkel. Merz's promise of a stricter migration policy faces scrutiny as he tries to distance himself from the far-right's influence, insisting on a commitment to traditional German values.
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