AfD Co-Leader Criticizes French RN Leader Over Remarks on German Chancellor
A co-leader of Germany's Alternative for Germany party criticized the leader of France's Rassemblement National on Wednesday after the French politician expressed agreement with the German chancellor on immigration. The exchange highlights ongoing distance between the two parties.
Le MondeA co-leader of Germany's Alternative for Germany party criticized the leader of France's Rassemblement National on Wednesday after the French politician expressed agreement with the German chancellor on immigration. The AfD co-leader responded that the French politician should focus on becoming president rather than commenting on German affairs.
The AfD was removed from the European Parliament's Identity and Democracy group last year after an AfD lawmaker made comments minimizing the crimes of Nazi Germany's SS. The AfD is also leading in German polls, while the German chancellor's ratings have declined since taking office last year amid economic challenges and coalition difficulties.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
3 events- February 2026
Rassemblement National leader met German ambassador to Paris.
1 sourceLe Monde - May 19, 2026
Rassemblement National leader stated points of agreement with German chancellor on immigration.
1 sourceLe Monde - May 20, 2026
AfD co-leader criticized Rassemblement National leader for comments on German affairs.
1 sourceLe Monde
Potential Impact
- 01
The exchange may affect cooperation between the two parties in European Parliament groups.
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Public statements could influence voter perceptions ahead of French and German elections.
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