Analysis: Women voted CDU and men AfD
The CDU has won the state election in Saxony just ahead of the AfD. An analysis shows a clear gender preference - they were almost unanimous only with the competition.
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Dispute over BSW involvement in government negotiations in East Germany
After three state elections in eastern Germany, forming a government is proving difficult. It is about a demand of the BSW, but also about a person.
Researchers: BSW unlikely to co-govern in three countries
The BSW is involved in talks about a possible coalition in Brandenburg, Saxony and Thuringia, and in some cases the talks have stalled. Political researcher Thomeczek assesses whether it could work in all cases.
Saxony: SPD and BSW ready to explore government coalition with CDU
With the SPD and the BSW, the first two potential partners in a Saxon government say yes to the exploratory talks. Now it's the CDU's turn.
SPD optimistic about possible exploratory talks
The atmosphere in the talks is praised and the first results are available. In Saxony, the potential blackberry coalition of CDU, BSW and SPD has passed its first test of maturity.
Talks between CDU, BSW and SPD come to an end: Agreement and differences on key issues
The first talks between possible coalition partners CDU, BSW and SPD in Saxony have ended. There is agreement on key issues, but also differences.
Merz sets limits for Wagenknecht
How far will the CDU go towards Sahra Wagenknecht to form governments in Saxony, Thuringia and Brandenburg? The party leader sets limits.
AfD welcomes investigation against member of state parliament over forced labor allegations
An AfD politician from Saxony has come under suspicion of allowing prisoners to work on his farm in Belarus. The AfD is in favor of the allegations now being legally investigated.
Sahra Wagenknecht wants to coordinate BSW negotiations and break them off if there is no willingness to compromise
Forming a government in Thuringia, Saxony and Brandenburg is difficult - the BSW is needed. Party founder Wagenknecht wants to leave nothing to chance in the talks.
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Blackberry season in the east
Blackberries are currently on everyone's lips - at least in the political arena in some federal states. But what does it actually mean and where does the term come from?
Söder warns of consequences for the future after AfD success in the east
Even if the AfD has no prospect of government participation after the elections in the east, its good results are worrying the other parties. The CSU even fears a permanent change.
Wagenknecht sees chances for government participation after talks with CDU
Sahra Wagenknecht is open to cooperation between the BSW and the CDU in Thuringia and Saxony. However, she is sharply critical of the federal chairman.
Kretschmer welcomes agreement between Söder and Merz on chancellor candidacy
The candidacy for chancellor remained open for a long time, but now it is clear: Friedrich Merz will run for the CDU/CSU. Michael Kretschmer welcomes the decision.
Economic experts warn of negative consequences of the state elections in Saxony and Thuringia
The election results of the AfD and BSW in Saxony and Thuringia have economists worried. The vast majority expect negative economic consequences for the states.
CDU head of government Kretschmer supports SPD man Woidke
Ahead of the state elections, Brandenburg's SPD Prime Minister Woidke is receiving support from Saxony's head of government Kretschmer. This is unusual - because CDU top candidate Redmann wants to succeed Woidke.
Final election results determined in Saxony
Almost two weeks after the state election, the state election committee has determined the official final result. There have been no new changes to the distribution of seats.
Grimma mayor Matthias Berger wants to join the state parliament
Grimma's mayor Berger had long considered whether he should accept his seat in the state parliament. Now a decision has apparently been made.
Software glitch in Saxony election - AfD demands clarification
There was a software error in the state election in Saxony. The calculation of seats in the new state parliament was incorrect. The AfD is now demanding a complete clarification from the state electoral administration.
Analysis reveals: AfD firmly established as a 'workers' party' in Saxony and Thuringia
The time after elections is the time for analysis. Which voter groups did the parties in Thuringia and Saxony win votes from - and which did they lose?
Kretschmer: Minority government not an option in Saxony
After the state elections in Saxony, there are signs of difficult talks for a coalition. One thing is clear: Prime Minister Kretschmer wants a majority. If that fails, there is only one way forward.
Dresden district electoral committee declares manipulated ballot papers invalid
Attempts at forgery come to light after the state elections in Saxony. Several ballot papers are alleged to have been manipulated, including in Dresden. It has now been decided how they will be counted.
District electoral committee discusses manipulated ballot papers
Attempts at forgery come to light after the state elections in Saxony. Several ballot papers are alleged to have been manipulated, including in Dresden. The city's district electoral committee is discussing this today.
Scholz: Strengthening of the AfD "depresses me greatly"
More than 30 percent for the AfD in Thuringia and Saxony: Chancellor Scholz gives three reasons why he believes this is the case.
Forged ballot papers? Attorney General's Office investigates
After the state election in Saxony, attempts at falsification come to light. Several ballot papers are said to have been manipulated - presumably in favor of the far-right Free Saxons.
Saxon FDP seeks new strategy after election defeat
The FDP in Saxony only received 0.9% of the vote in the state elections, marking a historic low. It is still unclear what will happen next.
Glitch in Saxony election fixed - provisional result remains
There was a software error in the state election in Saxony. The calculation of seats in the new state parliament was incorrect. The state electoral administration has now clarified the situation.
More manipulated ballot papers discovered in Saxony
The state election in Saxony is overshadowed by attempts at fraud. These are now likely to spread.
Heimatunion proposes new forms of government policy
The days of the CDU ruling alone in Saxony are long gone. The CDU has had to share power with others since 2004. Now things are getting particularly complicated.
Monika Maron: AfD dilemma could have been avoided
Writer Monika Maron laments mistakes in dealing with the AfD in the early years. According to her, the political development also has consequences for her writing.
Will Saxony become blackberry country after the election?
At some point, all color combinations are exhausted by name. So far, Saxony has been governed by a "Kenya" coalition: black, green, red. A possible new alliance also already has a name.
Investigation into forged ballot papers in Dresden
The state election in Saxony is overshadowed by attempts at fraud in Dresden. According to the police, at least 100 ballot papers have been manipulated.
Zimmermann: CDU and SPD must realign their policies
The BSW's priorities are peace, migration and education. The chairwoman is calling for movement from potential coalition partners.
Grimma mayor Matthias Berger undecided about state parliament seat
Matthias Berger is a popular local politician. He won a direct mandate in the state elections as the leading candidate for the Free Voters. But he doubts whether working as a lone fighter makes sense.
Concerns about political and economic stability after state elections in Saxony and Thuringia
What do the election results in Saxony and Thuringia mean for the economic development of both states? Some associations are expressing concern after the election.
Czech head of government concerned about strengthening of radical movements in German state elections
The right-wing AfD achieved great success in the state elections in Saxony and Thuringia. In Germany's neighboring country, the Czech Republic, the development is viewed with concern.
Refugee Council: Refugees face more hostility
Migration was a dominant topic in the state election campaign. The Refugee Council criticizes unfounded scaremongering.
Bishops call for a new way of dealing with each other
The state election campaign in Saxony is followed by the constitution of parliament and the formation of a government. From the perspective of Saxony's bishops, a new approach is also needed in society.
Merz skeptical about BSW - But free hand for regional associations
The CDU leader is actually a strict opponent of cooperation with the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance. He puts the responsibility for a possible collaboration on his colleagues in Saxony and Thuringia.
Kretschmer: Rejection of cooperation with AfD and Left Party
As the strongest force in the state elections, the CDU has the task of forming a government. State leader Michael Kretschmer clearly rejects the AfD - as well as the Left Party.
Seat distribution determined by hand after software error
After a software glitch, Saxony's state electoral administration resorts to old-fashioned methods. A recalculation is carried out and the distribution of seats in the state parliament is corrected.
Protracted government formation looms in Saxony
The analysis has begun and the state election will keep the parties in Saxony busy for a long time to come. First of all, a software error in the distribution of seats is causing a stir.
Scholz: "Sunday's election results are bitter"
This time, Olaf Scholz is quicker to react to an election defeat than he was in the European elections. However, he is only speaking as a member of parliament and not as chancellor.
Researchers: AfD not an extreme party for many young voters
The AfD was the undisputed leader among young voters in Saxony and Thuringia. This has a lot to do with social media, says one researcher. In his view, one point is completely underestimated.
Wagenknecht: "Coalition partners must talk to me"
Sahra Wagenknecht is the founder of the party of the same name and its central figure. She wants to have a say in the first possible government formations of the BSW.
Competition from the Free Saxons prevents AfD election victory in Saxony
Almost everyone has lost approval and yet they are still satisfied. How can that be?
Analysis of the Saxon state election: Disappointment among the Greens
The Saxon Greens only just managed to secure their re-entry into the state parliament. However, there will be no personal consequences.
Left party sees narrow state parliament entry as last chance
The Left Party has only just made it into the Saxon state parliament. The state leader is calling for a new start in the federal party.
AfD in Saxony still sees potential in the "patriotic camp"
The AfD is sending signals to the CDU that the firewall should come down and that a joint government could be formed after all.
SPD leader Homann is "extremely skeptical" about coalition with BSW
In Saxony, a coalition between the CDU, BSW and SPD would theoretically be possible. The SPD state chairman is cautious.
CDU sticks to its course: no cooperation with the AfD
The CDU in Saxony has always formed or led the government since 1990. That will also be the case this time. However, the CDU/CSU faces a difficult time forming a government.
Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance confident after state elections in Saxony
The BSW is optimistic after the election and is making demands. Over the next few days, however, the young party wants to focus on its own personnel.
Electoral officer corrects result of the state election in Saxony
The electoral administrator has corrected the provisional results of the Saxon state election. Due to a software error, an incorrect distribution of seats had been published, the state electoral administration announced. As a result of the recalculation, the AfD has lost its blocking minority in the ..
Kretschmer in favor of far-reaching changes in federal policy
Saxony's Minister President Michael Kretschmer sees people's protest behind Sunday's election results. He warns of great damage to the country if nothing changes.
Söder speaks of a turning point after state elections
According to Bavaria's Minister President, the election results in Saxony and Thuringia are a turning point in German post-war history. What he now considers important.
AfD leaders lay claim to government after elections
Will the firewall hold? After its election successes in Thuringia and Saxony, the AfD is skeptical: it wants to join the government - and is particularly hoping for the CDU.
Electoral officer checks the results of the state election in Saxony
Was the distribution of seats in the new Saxon state parliament calculated incorrectly? The state electoral administration wants to investigate the case. This would have consequences for the AfD in particular.
Saxony after the election: analysis and next steps
What does the state election result mean for Saxony? Will Prime Minister Kretschmer continue? And if so, with whom? One thing is already clear: forming a government will be complicated.
Search for government majority in Saxony begins after state elections
What does the state election result mean for Saxony? Will Prime Minister Kretschmer continue? And if so, with whom? One thing is already clear: forming a government will be complicated.
Saxon coalition loses majority in state parliament
The preliminary result confirms the projections: The previous coalition in Dresden no longer has a majority.
CDU wins in Saxony: AfD second strongest force, BSW third strongest parliamentary group
The CDU wins the state election in Saxony with 31.9%. AfD becomes the second strongest party with 30.6%, BSW becomes the third strongest party with 11.8%.
No winner in the first round of the mayoral election in Weißwasser
In the mayoral election in Weißwasser, none of the candidates achieved the required absolute majority at the first attempt. Voters must therefore return to the ballot box.
Top Green candidates fall well short of direct mandates in Saxony
The Greens contested the election with a three-party leadership. They were unable to assert themselves in their constituencies.
Green top candidates clearly miss out on direct mandates
The Greens contested the election with a three-party leadership. They were unable to assert themselves in their constituencies.
Saxony's interior minister loses direct mandate to AfD candidate
Armin Schuster has been Saxony's Minister of the Interior for a good two years. The politician, who is considered a hardliner on the subject of asylum, was supposed to win a direct mandate for the CDU - in a difficult region.
Left Party state leader Schaper misses out on direct mandate in Saxon state elections
Susanne Schaper stood as co-lead candidate for the Left Party. She had no chance in her Chemnitz constituency.
AfD politician Rolf Weigand elected mayor of Großschirma
AfD politician Rolf Weigand had already prevailed against his competitors in March, but the election had to be repeated. He is now the only remaining candidate to win the office.
CDU ahead of AfD in Saxony - cheers at BSW
The CDU is just ahead. However, the AfD is able to build on its record result from 2019 and the BSW is also celebrating with 12%. Will it be enough to continue the coalition of CDU, Greens and SPD?
Michael Kretschmer wins direct mandate in Saxony state election
As in 2019, Saxony's Minister President contested the Görlitz 2 constituency - and achieved a better result than in 2019.
AfD top candidate Jörg Urban wins direct mandate in the Saxon state parliament
The leading candidate for the AfD in Saxony, Jörg Urban, is expected to win the direct mandate in his constituency - with a clear lead over CDU politician Marko Schiemann.
Schuster: CDU wants coalition agreement for the people
Interior Minister Armin Schuster is pulling in the same direction as Minister President Michael Kretschmer. He also sees a clear government mandate for the CDU - which needs to do something different.
According to election researcher analysis: CDU Saxony owes election success to Minister-President Kretschmer
The AfD is coming up trumps in Saxony. However, according to an election researcher analysis, a large majority of citizens do not want to see them in government. The incumbent Kretschmer should remain head of government.
Kretschmer sees CDU ready for government responsibility in Saxony
The CDU is in a tight race with the AfD in Saxony. According to initial forecasts, Minister President Kretschmer believes his party is capable of continuing to form the government.
BSW top candidate Zimmermann satisfied with state election results
According to projections, the young alliance BSW comes third in Saxony - from a standing start. Leader Sabine Zimmermann talks about making history.
AfD hopes for a 'blue miracle' in Saxony
The AfD in Saxony is celebrating its election result, although it is not in the lead according to the forecasts. But the gap to the CDU is only narrow.
High voter turnout on the horizon in Saxony
Many people in Saxony have already cast their votes in the state election this morning. According to the state electoral administration, the start went smoothly. A high turnout is expected.
Saxony's Minister President Kretschmer confident in the leadership of the next state government
Since early this morning, eligible voters have been able to cast their votes for the state elections in Saxony. Prime Minister Kretschmer was at the ballot box early and was optimistic.
Polling stations open in Saxony
A lot could change in the Saxon state parliament after today's election Sunday. Eligible voters have been able to cast their votes since early this morning.
Tension and uncertainty during state elections in Saxony
Around 3.3 million people in Saxony have been called to vote in the state election. Polling stations open at 08:00. A neck-and-neck race between the CDU and AfD is expected. What role does the BSW play?
State elections in Saxony: Open outcome and diverse coalition options expected
Around 3.3 million people in Saxony have been called to vote in the state election. Polling stations open at 08:00. A neck-and-neck race between the CDU and AfD is expected. What role does the BSW play?
Election campaign in Saxony reaches home stretch ahead of state elections
Elections will be held in Saxony on Sunday and the election campaign is coming to an end. In the run-up to the elections, people are demonstrating for democracy and tolerance in many places.
Election campaign in Saxony enters the home straight
Elections will be held in Saxony on Sunday and the election campaign is coming to an end. In the run-up to the elections, people are demonstrating for democracy and tolerance in many places.
CDU sets its sights on victory in Saxony two days before state elections
The CDU has a clear goal in Sunday's election: it wants to become the strongest force. The Secretary General of the federal CDU says that Minister President Kretschmer has the right leadership qualities.
Habeck: AfD is an "alternative for deindustrialization"
Shortly before the state elections in Saxony, Federal Minister Habeck sharply criticizes the AfD - and warns of major damage to the economy should the AfD ever gain government responsibility.
Scholz in Chemnitz: Deportations "clearest signal"
Actively taking action and careful planning: these are his principles, the Chancellor assures at an election campaign appearance in Chemnitz. When it comes to migration, Scholz calls for openness and clear rules.
Culture Minister Klepsch: The tone has become rougher
Barbara Klepsch has been in politics for over 20 years. She was Lord Mayor, Minister of Health and is now Minister of Culture and Tourism. She is concerned about the social climate.
Election campaign in Thuringia and Saxony enters final spurt
Elections will be held in Thuringia and Saxony on Sunday and the election campaign is coming to an end. A survey shows little movement in party preferences - despite the suspected Islamist attack in Solingen.
Uncertain election results in Thuringia and Saxony ahead of the elections
Polls are always only snapshots and not election forecasts. But this time, it is particularly difficult for pollsters to make assessments ahead of the state elections in the east.
Survey: AfD ahead of CDU in Thuringia - in 2nd place in Saxony
New state parliaments will be elected in Thuringia and Saxony on Sunday. A survey shows little movement in party preferences - despite the suspected Islamist attack in Solingen.
AfD leader criticizes traffic light coalition and CDU/CSU ahead of state elections
The AfD in Saxony is confident of victory just a few days before the state elections. In the state capital, party leader Weidel announces a "blue miracle".
Free Voters and AfD: no political cooperation
The leading candidate for the Free Voters in Saxony has put his national leader in a bind with ambiguous statements about the AfD. Aiwanger makes it clear: there will be no cooperation with the AfD.
Edeka advises against voting for AfD: "Blue is not a good choice"
The AfD's poll results are causing concern in the business world. Several industry associations are speaking out ahead of the election. The retail company Edeka also publishes an election appeal.
Environmental associations call on parties in eastern German states to take action against global warming
Climate change is making itself felt, even in Germany. However, it is not a major topic in the state election campaigns. Associations warn that it is not only the social climate that is heating up.
Associations ahead of state elections: don't forget the "climate crisis"
Climate change is making itself felt, even in Germany. However, it is not a major topic in the state election campaigns. Associations warn that it is not only the social climate that is heating up.
Wagenknecht compares current conditions with the end of the GDR
BSW namesake Sahra Wagenknecht strikes a chord with her supporters in Dresden with her criticism of the traffic light coalition and arms deliveries. She also sees the current elections as a signal for the federal government.
Green co-leading candidates warn of the rise of right-wing extremism
In some places, the 1990s were a heyday for right-wing extremists. That must not happen again, warns Saxony's leading Green candidate Meier.
Foreign Minister Baerbock blames Putin for the failure of peace efforts in Ukraine
In the final spurt of the election campaign, there are also arguments about aid for Ukraine and relations with Russia. Minister-President Kretschmer is a "foreign policy ghost driver", says cabinet colleague Meier.
Weidel calls for at least a five-year immigration ban
The Saxon AfD is confident of victory just a few days before the state elections. The Kornmarkt in Bautzen is well filled when the party attracts prominent figures from the federal government.
FDP leader Lindner calls for consequences after suspected Islamist attack in Solingen
A man kills three people at a party in Solingen. The suspected perpetrator was required to leave the country. The suspected Islamist attack is also a topic in the state election campaign in Saxony.
Gysi sees democracy in Germany at risk
A few days before the election in Saxony, Left Party politician Gregor Gysi backs his party in Zwickau. The politician remains optimistic about the Left's return to the state parliament.