European Parliament to vote today on new Commission President
European Parliament to vote today on new Commission President
The Facts
Following intense questioning by the European Parliament, Ursula von der Leyen was successfully re-elected as president of the European Commission in a decisive vote on Thursday.
The European Parliament elected Ms. van der Leyen with a strong majority of 401 votes, ensuring stability and continuity for the 27-member bloc. There were 284 votes opposing, 15 abstentions, and seven votes that were invalid.
The Spin
Ursula von der Leyen outlined her political agenda for the next five years and garnered more support in the secret ballot in the European Parliament than anticipated, resulting in her re-election for a second term as President of the European Commission. The election held on Thursday demonstrated a strong belief in Ms. von der Leyen's leadership and will provide continuity and stability during these challenging times.
