A recent poll shows the far-right AfD’s lead over the Union has narrowed to just four percentage points.

The AfD now stands at 26%, down one point, while the Union remains steady at 22%. The Left has gained ground, tying with the SPD at 12%.

For the first time since March, more voters perceive the Union as more politically competent than the AfD, with 14% favoring the Union compared to 12% for the AfD. Public dissatisfaction with Chancellor Friedrich Merz remains high, with only 15% approving of his performance.