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AfD Widens Lead Over Merz’s Bloc in Germany
A new poll shows the far-right AfD leading the CDU/CSU by 8 points with 29%. The survey also reveals record dissatisfaction with Chancellor Friedrich Merz in his first year in office.
The latest public opinion poll in Germany reveals that the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has further increased its lead over the conservative CDU/CSU bloc.
According to the survey conducted by INSA between June 1-5, the AfD received 29% support, placing it 8 points ahead of the CDU/CSU, which stood at 21%.
In the poll, the Greens came in at 14%, the SPD at 12%, and the Left Party at 11%. Meanwhile, the Free Democratic Party and the populist BSW each received 3%, falling below the 5% threshold required to enter parliament.
The study also showed a significant rise in dissatisfaction with Chancellor Friedrich Merz during his first year in office. Seventy-seven percent of participants expressed dissatisfaction with Merz’s performance.
The proportion of dissatisfied respondents increased by 6 points compared to April, while those satisfied with Merz’s work dropped to 15%, marking a 4-point decline from the previous month.
Previous polls in Germany had also indicated ongoing dissatisfaction with the government and Chancellor Merz. The latest results have made this trend even more pronounced.
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