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German AfD Lawmakers Court U.S. Far-Right at Gala

12/17/2025

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On December 15, 2025, around 20 lawmakers from Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) attended a gala hosted by the New York Young Republican Club.
The event highlights the AfD's effort to connect with the MAGA movement tied to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Growing ties between American and European far-right groups raise concerns among European leaders, including Germany's Friedrich Merz.

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Story summary

On December 15, 2025, around 20 lawmakers from Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) attended a gala hosted by the New York Young Republican Club.
The event highlights the AfD's effort to connect with the MAGA movement tied to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Growing ties between American and European far-right groups raise concerns among European leaders, including Germany's Friedrich Merz.