German state coalition moves to block AfD from senior parliamentary posts

In North Rhine-Westphalia, CDU, SPD, Greens, and FDP are amending state parliament rules to prevent the AfD from assuming the role of president pro tempore and committee chairmanships. This is a targeted procedural change to limit the far-right party's influence, reflecting a broader trend of mainstream parties using institutional mechanisms to contain the AfD. The move is likely to face legal challenges and intensify political polarization.