SPD Triumphs Over AfD in Brandenburg State Election

The Social Democrats (SPD) defeated the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) in Brandenburg's state election. The SPD garnered 32% of the vote, overcoming AfD's 29%, according to exit polls. This win, however, may not significantly enhance Chancellor Olaf Scholz's position nationally.

In a hotly-contested state election in Brandenburg, the Social Democrats (SPD) emerged victorious over the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD). According to exit polls, the SPD secured 32% of the vote against AfD's 29%, marking a crucial win after trailing throughout the campaign.

This victory may provide a momentary respite for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, as his party continues to deliberate on his candidacy for next year's federal elections. However, the win is unlikely to significantly improve Scholz's standing given that popular SPD premier Dietmar Woidke had publicly criticized the federal government's policies and distanced himself from Scholz during the campaign.

(With inputs from agencies.)