AfD Leader Weidel Again Calls Chancellor Merz 'Liar Chancellor' at Delegate Meeting

Alice Weidel, co-chair of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, sharply criticized Chancellor Friedrich Merz, reiterating her accusation that he is a "liar chancellor." Speaking at the AfD's state party conference in Heidenheim, Weidel directly addressed Merz's alleged falsehoods.

"I called Friedrich Merz a liar chancellor because he is a liar chancellor," Weidel stated, referencing a recent court ruling concerning the term "Lügenfritz" (liar Fritz). She accused Merz of making promises during the election campaign only to act contrary to them afterward. Weidel had previously used the "liar chancellor" label against Merz during a federal parliament debate last summer, accusing him of breaking his word.

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I called Friedrich Merz a liar chancellor because he is a liar chancellor.

Looking ahead to upcoming state elections, Weidel expressed strong confidence in the AfD's prospects. "I promise here and today that we will provide the next two Minister Presidents in Saxony-Anhalt and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern," she declared.

The AfD achieved significant gains in the March state election in Baden-Württemberg, securing 18.8 percent of the vote and nearly doubling its previous result. This success translated into 35 seats, making the AfD the strongest opposition force in the state parliament. Weidel herself is a member of the Baden-Württemberg state association and represents a constituency near Lake Constance.

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I promise here and today that we will provide the next two Minister Presidents in Saxony-Anhalt and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern.