Germany’s far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) launched its European Parliament election campaign in Donaueschingen, seeking to regain momentum in the face of recent controversies. The event coincided with a rival Social Democratic Party (SPD) gathering led by Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Absence of Krah noticeableDespite setbacks, including the absence of lead candidate Maximilian Krah due to his employee’s arrest on espionage charges linked to China, AfD members appeared buoyant. Party leaders expressed gratitude to Krah for his contributions and accused opponents of employing undemocratic tac…