The recent victory of the AfD party in Sachsen-Anhalt raises concerns about the future relationship between the party and journalists. Experiences from the past ten years offer little optimism regarding a constructive dialogue. The AfD has consistently demonstrated a lack of respect for a free press, routinely attacking journalists and attempting to discredit critical reporting. This antagonistic stance poses challenges for objective coverage of the party’s activities and policies. The victory in Sachsen-Anhalt may embolden the AfD to further restrict media access and intensify its efforts to delegitimize critical voices. Consequently, maintaining journalistic standards and ensuring public access to information will be crucial in Sachsen-Anhalt. The situation highlights a growing trend of political polarization and its impact on media freedom in Germany.