The White House was concerned about the impact of SD in the next government

The White House expressed concern about the influence of the Swedish Democrats in the next government, Sources say to Expressen.

According to the source, they view the Swedish Democrats as a controversial party.

– The source told the newspaper that the Americans would not share things with us if there was a concern that Russia would get the information.

The Social Democrats will soon hand over the reins to Ulf Christerson and the right-wing bloc that will form the government.

Sweden Democrats The progress and potential influence in a future government provoked reactions even outside Sweden.

There have been reports recently that the Liberals’ collaboration with the Swedish Democrats has caused outrage from the partisan group in the EU Parliament.

Source: “Not a decent party”

According to information received by Expressen, concerns are now being raised from the other side of the Atlantic. Sources told the newspaper that the outgoing government had received many questions about what the change of power would be and what the role of the Democrats in Sweden might entail.

Among other things, staff of Foreign Minister Anthony Blinken are said to have expressed concern in contacting the Swedish government.

– It is not a decent party as they see it, and I would say that it could be deeply problematic for the next government. The Americans won’t share things with us if there is a concern Russia is getting the information through the SD, says an insightful government source.

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Lindy: ‘A lot of countries are worried’

In an interview with Aftonbladet, outgoing Foreign Minister Anne Lind (S) expressed similar sentiments.

– It is no secret that many countries are concerned about the rise of right-wing nationalists. It’s one of the most frequently asked questions now: What does this mean? Lindy says.

– I can only be honest and say we don’t really know – but of course there is concern with us as well. In countries such as France and Germany, right-wing nationalist parties also have significant influence. Of course it has consequences for politics.