The European Union is facing an unprecedented institutional crisis as the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, awaits approval from the European Parliament to secure her position. Despite opposition from Italy and Hungary, Georgia Meloni and Viktor Orban, she has received the blessing of the European Council. However, this has not stopped her from actively engaging with various political groups and individual parliamentarians to gain their support.
The vote is scheduled for July 18 during the first plenary session in Strasbourg. Von der Leyen needs an absolute majority of 361 votes to secure her position. However, with a margin of only 38 votes and up to 50 votes being undecided or changing, it will not be an easy task. The Greens, with 53 seats, are a key player and could be crucial for von der Leyen’s success.
If von der Leyen does not secure the necessary votes, it would lead to an unprecedented institutional crisis. Her candidacy would lapse, requiring the leaders of the European Council to reconvene and propose another candidate. The outcome of this vote will determine the future leadership of the European Commission and the direction of the European Union.
Von der Leyen is determined to build a broad majority for a strong Europe by meeting with different parties to discuss her priorities and gain their backing. She believes that a united Europe is essential for global stability and prosperity.
The outcome of this vote will have far-reaching consequences not just for Europe but also for global politics. It is important that all political parties come together to support von der Leyen’s candidacy and ensure a stable future for Europe.
As we approach July 18th, it remains uncertain whether Ursula von der Leyen will become President of the European Commission or if we will face another institutional crisis that could have unforeseen consequences on global politics.