The far-right Alternative for Germany party is facing its biggest crisis yet. Figures within the AfD have accused their colleagues of nepotism, and abuse of public funds. The party’s leadership say they are investigating the claims, while a commission on conduct in political office is being setup. The scandal comes as the party is hoping for success in a series of state elections this year. DW’s Matthew Moore talks to RTL Correspondent Martin Schmidt about the affair and how it could impact the AfD.
00:00 Intro
01:10 "Civil war" in the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt
03:20 "Corruption networks" in Lower Saxony
05:53 The tip of the iceberg?
07:14 Internal criticism
09:30 How did this happen?
12:48 Polling and pressure from the grassroots
17:30 Could this hurt the AfD long-term
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