AfD poised for state election gains, deepening Merz's political crisis

Two German state elections this weekend may deliver further losses to Chancellor Merz's party, with the far-right AfD projected to gain ground. This follows a recent electoral setback for Merz, signaling a continued erosion of centrist support and potential instability for the federal coalition. The outcome could intensify pressure on Merz's leadership and reshape Germany's political landscape ahead of federal elections.