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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.
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