Europe's Housing Crisis Fuels Political Anger and Snap Elections

Housing costs are spiraling across Europe, triggering snap elections in Spain and Berlin, and a surprise victory for leftists who vow to expropriate large real estate companies. Experts see this as part of an intergenerational shift affecting voting patterns. The crisis has become a flashpoint for political anger, with citizens demanding action against rising rents and housing shortages. In Spain, protests erupted after the death of an 87-year-old woman following her eviction, highlighting the human toll. DW News examines how housing affordability is reshaping European politics, driving voters toward radical solutions and upending traditional party systems. The segment provides context for understanding the broader implications of the housing crisis.