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CDU's Sven Schulze Becomes Saxony-Anhalt Governor Amid AfD Surge

1/28/2026

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Sven Schulze, of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), was elected governor of Saxony-Anhalt on January 28, 2026.
He replaces Reiner Haseloff, the outgoing governor, who stepped down to prepare for September's regional elections.
Schulze was elected in the first round, avoiding a run-off.
Polls show the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) leading with 39% and CDU at 26%, underscoring the risk of AfD winning the legislature.

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Sven Schulze, of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), was elected governor of Saxony-Anhalt on January 28, 2026.
He replaces Reiner Haseloff, the outgoing governor, who stepped down to prepare for September's regional elections.
Schulze was elected in the first round, avoiding a run-off.
Polls show the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) leading with 39% and CDU at 26%, underscoring the risk of AfD winning the legislature.