Sweden's election could mark major milestone for Europe's populist right

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Once shunned over its extremist roots, the Sweden Democrats could enter government for the first time as voters weigh immigration, crime and Sweden's political transformation.

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  • Once shunned over its extremist roots, the Sweden Democrats could enter government for the first time as voters weigh immigration, crime and Sweden's political transformation.
  • Reported by CBS News and published Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:55:15 UTC.

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