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Rubio Slams Germany's AfD Label as 'Tyranny'

5/4/2025

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio fiercely criticized Germany's designation of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) as extremist, calling it "tyranny in disguise" that threatens democracy. In response, Germany's Foreign Office stood firm, emphasizing their investigation aimed at safeguarding democratic values, especially as the AfD surged to over 20% in recent elections.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio fiercely criticized Germany's designation of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) as extremist, calling it "tyranny in disguise" that threatens democracy. In response, Germany's Foreign Office stood firm, emphasizing their investigation aimed at safeguarding democratic values, especially as the AfD surged to over 20% in recent elections.