State parliament elects Germany’s first far-right speaker since second world war

A far-right politician has taken a historic step in German politics by becoming the first Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) leader to win the presidency of a regional parliament since World War II. Tobias Rausch, previously an estate agent, secured the role in Saxony-Anhalt with a majority of votes in the first round of elections. The victory marks a significant shift as the AfD gains influence in regional governance. The outcome underscores the party’s growing political presence in Germany’s political landscape.

Tobias Rausch secures role of president in Saxony-Anhalt after AfD’s election breakthroughEurope live – latest updatesThe Alternative für Deutschland has become Germany’s first far-right party to secure the position of speaker of a regional parliament since the second world war.Tobias Rausch, a former estate agent, was elected in the first round of voting on Tuesday in Saxony-Anhalt. He won 48 out of the 82 votes cast. Continue reading...