Elon Musk Endorses Germany's AfD Party, Drawing Global Attention
The tech billionaire's support comes as the AfD gains momentum following Germany's government collapse and upcoming snap elections in February.
- Elon Musk publicly endorsed the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party, calling it Germany's 'only hope,' sparking widespread debate about his influence on politics.
- The AfD, labeled a far-right populist party by experts, has faced scrutiny for extremist ties, including past investigations by Germany's domestic intelligence agency.
- The party's platform includes anti-immigration policies, opposition to the eurozone, and controversial stances on religion and abortion rights.
- Germany is preparing for snap elections in February 2025 after the collapse of Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government in a no-confidence vote.
- Despite its growing popularity, with polling at 19%, the AfD remains unlikely to win outright but could gain unprecedented federal influence in Germany's parliament.