Trump
posted on Truth Social celebrating the Alternative for Germany party's 43.8%
win in Saxony-Anhalt's state election—their best since World War II—and blamed
it on poor immigration policies, signing off with 'MGGA!!!'.
Merz's office postponed the call without linking it directly to Trump's words but cited the chancellor's firm stance against foreign election meddling.
The move highlights friction between Berlin and Washington amid debates over migration, with mainstream parties shunning the AfD despite its gains.