Björn Höcke, the leading candidate for the AfD in Thuringia, has sparked controversy with his strong stance on migration.

He has compared immigration to a "burst water pipe" that needs to be stopped and announced plans to make Thuringia unattractive for social migration if the AfD wins the upcoming state election.

Höcke also expressed disappointment with the Sahra Wagenknecht alliance and criticized the current political establishment, which he claims has unfairly demonized him.

Despite being labeled as a "proven right-wing extremist" by the German domestic intelligence service, Höcke remains optimistic about his chances of becoming the Minister President.

Recent polls show the AfD leading in Thuringia, with Höcke's rhetoric resonating with a significant portion of the electorate.