Sahra Wagenknecht, leader of the BSW party, has indicated a willingness to not oppose a state government led by the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) in Saxony-Anhalt. Wagenknecht dismissed the idea of a “firewall” against the AfD, suggesting her party would not automatically block a coalition with them if they both achieve representation in the state parliament. This stance significantly alters the political landscape in Saxony-Anhalt, where recent polls show the AfD leading. Experts suggest this position could inadvertently pave the way for the AfD to gain power, despite Wagenknecht’s criticism of the party. The BSW’s potential cooperation hinges on securing seats in the state legislature. This declaration has sparked controversy and debate regarding the future of German coalition politics and the potential normalization of the far-right.