“Sonntagstrend” August 31, 2025: Union back ahead of AfD:
The Union is once again the strongest force in the “Sonntagstrend.” According to the latest poll ...
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Union Overtakes AfD in Latest Sunday PollAn Insa survey from late August 2025 finds Union at 26%, AfD at 25%, and SPD at 15%.
Key FactsAug 31, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rp-online.de
- The Union has regained the lead in the Sunday poll with 26 percent support.
- The AfD remains in second place with a steady 25 percent backing.
- The SPD holds steady at 15 percent, while the Greens and Left parties each have 11 percent.
- Parties like the FDP and BSW fall below five percent and would not enter the Bundestag.
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