Political expert explains

Why the flood effect should not be overestimated

Governor Johanna Mikl-Leitner (left), Chancellor Karl Nehammer (center) and Deputy Governor Stephan Pernkopf (right) during a statement on the "Current Flood Situation in Lower Austria" in Tulln: "There are a lot of negative emotions against those in power that won't suddenly disappear," explains Thomas Hofer.(Bild: APA/ANDY WENZEL / APA / picturedesk.com)

Political expert Thomas Hofer (51) analyzes the impact of the flood disaster on the election. What Federal President Van der Bellen could do in the background to prevent a Chancellor Kickl. And why Hofer still sees Donald Trump ahead in the US duel.

"Krone": Has the flood disaster completely reshuffled the cards for the election?
Thomas Hofer: No, you have to leave the church in the village: It is not the deciding factor in the election. The shifts will be limited - although the Greens have the chance to limit their losses. However, as each day passes, other issues may come to light. Even if it is not long into the election campaign, we have often seen how quickly this can happen. As in the USA with the Trump assassination and the Biden withdrawal shortly afterwards.