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Tens of thousands protested in multiple German cities on January 25 against the rising far-right AfD ahead of the February 23 federal election.

Elon Musk addressed the AfD campaign launch via video, praising German culture and criticizing multiculturalism in his speech.

Demonstrations also targeted right-wing trends in Europe and immigration policies proposed by CDU candidate Friedrich Merz that align with AfD views.

Activists and experts highlighted the protests as a strong democratic response rejecting right-wing extremism, racism, and antisemitism in Germany.

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The AfD chose Alice Weidel as its first chancellor candidate; she then delivered a speech lasting nearly 25 minutes.

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