Immigration and an ailing economy dominate Germany’s election as far right eyes gains

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  Katya Adler: Far right looks for breakthrough in Germany's election

  The AfD party could become the second biggest in the German parliament after elections on Sunday.
  
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• Polls point to Germany's looming election bringing a shift to the right

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• Germany’s election will usher in new leadership — but might not turn tides for the country's struggling economy

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  Boosted by Musk and Trump, German far-right party looks likely to make historic gains

  It is a pivotal moment for Germany's far-right AfD ahead of national elections Sunday. The party is polling at 21% — likely enough for second place.
  
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  Domestic and international tensions as well as economic stagnation hang over Sunday’s Bundestag vote
  
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