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- The leaders of Alternative for Germany (AfD), Alice Weidel and Tino Chrupalla, rejected cronyism allegations as unfounded in a Bundestag address.
- The scrutiny follows reports that AfD lawmakers hired relatives, a banned practice.
- A senior lawmaker's employment of his partner raises concerns that he must clarify to party leadership soon, with insiders fearing possible effects on regional elections.
