Germany's AfD achieved many votes in February 2025 elections. The far-right party became the country's second party. This is the first time since World War Two that a far-right party performed so well in Germany.

Alice Weidel leads the AfD. She is openly lesbian. Her party speaks strongly against migration and the Berlin government. The AfD also wants America to withdraw troops from Germany.

Weidel heads a movement that critics say resembles extremism. At the same time, she supports equal rights for homosexuals. This contrast stands out: LGBTQ+ rights and far-right policy normally do not go together in Europe.

The AfD grew because many citizens are unhappy about the economy and migration. However, experts warn about the risks of this party in power.