German far-right AfD shows commanding lead in regional election exit polls
Exit polls from a regional election show Germany's AfD with a strong lead, though coalition possibilities remain uncertain.
What happened
Exit polls from a German regional election show the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party taking a commanding lead. However, it remains unclear whether the AfD will be able to form the country's first state government led by the far-right party since World War II.
Context
The AfD's potential to form a state government would mark a significant shift in German politics, as no far-right party has led a state administration in the post-war period. The unclear path to government formation suggests that other parties may face decisions about whether to cooperate with the AfD despite its electoral strength.
What's disputed
Whether the AfD will successfully form a state government remains unconfirmed; exit polls show the lead but coalition negotiations have not yet occurred.