EU election

Far-right Patriots party picks Vox’s Santiago Abascal as president – POLITICO

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Far-right Patriots party picks Vox’s Santiago Abascal as president – POLITICO

“Under Abascal’s leadership, the party aims to solidify this alternative majority, challenging the traditional coalition behind the [center-right] European People’s Party and the socialist bloc” in the European Parliament, the party said in a statement. “Abascal’s presidency, backed by his strong relationships with other parties and leaders across the Americas, is expected to significantly enhance … Read more

Der Bundestag im Ausnahmezustand – POLITICO

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Der Bundestag im Ausnahmezustand – POLITICO

SPD und CDU einigen sich auf den 23. Februar als Termin für die Neuwahl des Bundestages. Wie der Kompromiss gefunden wurde und welche Rolle SPD-Fraktionschef Rolf Mützenich spielt, analysiert Gordon Repinski zusammen mit POLITICO-Chefkorrespondent Rasmus Buchsteiner. Im 200-Sekunden-Interview spricht CDU-Ministerpräsident Daniel Günther aus Schleswig-Holstein über die Grünen, mit denen er im Land regiert, als möglichen … Read more

EPP’s flirtation with far right in Parliament sparks EU budget fiasco – POLITICO

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EPP’s flirtation with far right in Parliament sparks EU budget fiasco – POLITICO

“My colleagues felt betrayed because the EPP did not respect the deal and they voted together with the Patriots [on] several amendments,” Negrescu said. “[That] is a problem because you see rapporteurs from EPP or shadow [rapporteurs] incapable of keeping the unity” of the group. After the EPP pulled its move, S&D, Renew and the … Read more

European commissioner nominee pick signals Greece’s rightward turn – POLITICO

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European commissioner nominee pick signals Greece’s rightward turn – POLITICO

To his supporters, Tzitzikostas is considered a party stalwart, and was elected governor on three successive occasions with impressive support. Fluent in English and French, he studied at Georgetown University in the U.S. and University College London. Crucially, he also has experience with European institutions, having served as president of the European Committee of the … Read more

EU Commissioners’ power puzzle – POLITICO

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EU Commissioners’ power puzzle – POLITICO

Brussels might seem empty, but high-stakes games are afoot behind the scenes. From air-conditioned government suites (and the occasional vacation villa), leaders are working the phones, trying to convince European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to give their country the most prestigious posts in the EU executive. In this week’s edition of EU Confidential podcast, host … Read more

The MEPs who actually matter – POLITICO

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The MEPs who actually matter – POLITICO

This article is part of the Brussels Survival Guide. There’s plenty to pay attention to in the new cohort entering the European Parliament — including, of course, the people. See below our guide on key figures across the policy palette. Céline Imart AGRICULTURAL DISRUPTOR European People’s Party, France A cereal farmer from Occitania in France, she … Read more

Germany’s Scholz ‘concerned’ over prospect of far-right win in France – POLITICO

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Germany’s Scholz ‘concerned’ over prospect of far-right win in France – POLITICO

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz said on Sunday that he was “concerned” about the prospect of a victory for Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally in the French parliamentary election. “I am concerned about the elections in France,” Scholz told public broadcaster ARD in an interview. “I hope that parties that are not Le Pen — to … Read more

World’s cartoonists on this week’s events

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World’s cartoonists on this week’s events

First published in U.T. Independent, India, June 20, 2024 | By Paresh Nath First published in De Volkskrant, the Netherlands, June 21, 2024 | By Schot First published in U.T. Independent, India, June 20, 2024 | By Paresh Nath First published on caglecartoons.com, Austria, June 18, 2024 | By Marian Kamensky First published in NDer … Read more

Right-wing ECR group becomes EU Parliament’s third-largest force – POLITICO

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Right-wing ECR group becomes EU Parliament’s third-largest force – POLITICO

Those on the left of the political spectrum will be watching the ECR’s increase in size with apprehension. For months, socialists, Greens and liberals have been warning the EPP not to formally engage with the ECR when it comes to finding a coalition in the new Parliament. But the size of their group will make … Read more

Forget the far right. It’s the left that may squeeze Macron out of power. – POLITICO

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Forget the far right. It’s the left that may squeeze Macron out of power. – POLITICO

Glucksmann, a champion for center-left politics, insisted during the European campaign that his success would mean the end of Mélenchon’s influence over the left. Now, with Glucksmann finishing first among left-wing candidates in the EU election, Socialists have almost leveled the playing field. Of the 546 candidates who will be representing the new alliance, 229 … Read more