Despite initial support for his strategies, Weber’s recent interactions with AfD members have raised concerns about potential ‘structured cooperation,’ contradicting his previous denials. Critics, including high-ranking government officials, question the integrity of such alliances, especially as the AfD’s influence grows amid a changing political landscape. Weber’s approach, which seeks conditional collaboration with right-wing parties, reflects a broader trend in European politics, where the center-right navigates complex relationships with emerging far-right movements.