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SPÖ Secures Vienna Victory as FPÖ Surges to Second Place

The Social Democrats retain leadership with 39% of the vote, while the far-right FPÖ doubles its share to 21%, reshaping Vienna's political dynamics.

Der Wiener Bürgermeister und Spitzenkandidat Michael Ludwig (SPÖ) nach der Stimmabgabe
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Overview

  • The SPÖ, led by Mayor Michael Ludwig, won the Vienna state election with approximately 39% of the vote, despite a slight decline from the previous election.
  • The FPÖ achieved significant gains, doubling its vote share to roughly 21%, marking a strong comeback after past setbacks tied to the Ibiza scandal.
  • Former FPÖ leader Heinz-Christian Strache's independent list failed to surpass the 5% threshold, securing less than 2% of the vote.
  • Other parties' results included the Greens at around 13%, the ÖVP at approximately 12%, and the Neos at 9%, with the ÖVP experiencing a sharp decline.
  • In Germany, the latest INSA poll places the AfD at 25%, tied with the CDU/CSU, while the SPD continues to decline, reaching only 15%.