AfD Candidate Deaths Fuel Conspiracy Theories Ahead of German Local Elections
Ahead of local elections in North Rhine-Westphalia, several candidates from the far-right AfD party have died in recent weeks, though police have found no evidence of foul play. These deaths necessitate new ballots and potentially require some postal voters to recast their votes. Despite the absence of foul play, the situation has fueled speculation on social media, with AfD co-leader Alice Weidel amplifying these claims. However, party officials, including Kay Gottschalk, are urging caution and emphasizing the need for thorough investigation while remaining sensitive to the affected families.
John Q. Hosedrinker