Germany’s upcoming election is drawing attention due to political turbulence and rising far-right support.

Friedrich Merz, the center-right CDU leader, is the front-runner to become chancellor, advocating for tighter borders and less regulation.

However, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) is surging in the polls, now at 21%, driven by anti-immigration sentiments.

Despite being under surveillance for extremism, the AfD is gaining traction across Europe.

The election’s outcome could lead to complex coalition talks, with the CDU possibly partnering with the Greens or SPD, while the AfD remains outside mainstream politics, NBC News has reported.

Economic challenges, shifting U.S.-Germany relations, and concerns over military security are also central to the debate.

Written by B.C. Begley