Exclusive: Leaked trove reveals extent of far-right AfD’s efforts to court Trump and Maga allies

A data leak from Germany's far-right AfD party reveals its long-standing efforts to align with Donald Trump and the MAGA movement. The documents show the party's attempts to establish a relationship with Trump, including a congratulatory telegram after his 2016 election. The AfD, which gained prominence amid the refugee crisis, has seen significant electoral success, leading national polls and winning a majority in Saxony-Anhalt. Despite its rise, the party is monitored as a suspected extremist organization. The leaked emails detail requests for support from the Trump administration on various policy issues, including the controversial 'enemy-state clause' in the UN charter. The AfD's leadership expressed eagerness to be seen as allies of Trump, contrasting with mainstream German political skepticism towards his presidency.