During the AfD state party conference in Magdeburg, Siegmund dismissed the concept of a ‘firewall’ against his party as a ‘childish invention’ and emphasized the need for increased support. Current polls indicate the AfD is leading with nearly 40%, ahead of the ruling coalition of CDU, SPD, and FDP. The party plans to use the conference to develop its election program, aiming to establish the first AfD-led government in Germany. Concurrently, protests against the AfD were held outside the venue, highlighting significant public opposition.