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Jackson expressed skepticism about the AfD's immediate entry into government, despite their impressive showing. He highlighted that coalition-building remains a critical aspect of German governance, with Merz indicating a clear preference to collaborate with more traditional parties, such as the Social Democrats, rather than the AfD. This decision stems from the security concerns Germany faces, particularly regarding its relationship with Russia amid tensions and the perception of the United States as an unreliable NATO partner during the Trump administration.