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Romania: Dan Leads Simion in Presidential Runoff, Both Claim Victory

Romania: Dan Leads Simion in Presidential Runoff, Both Claim Victory

Above: Romanian presidential candidate Nicușor Dan speaks to media after polls closed for the second round of the country's presidential election redo in Bucharest on May 18, 2025. Image copyright: *** GETTY *** Alex Nicodim/Contributor/Anadolu via Getty Images

The Spin

The establishment has systematically worked to suppress the will of the Romanian people by disqualifying popular nationalist candidates and fabricating accusations of Russian interference. The strategy has backfired, galvanizing voters against the status quo and demonstrating growing resistance to progressive multiculturalism in Europe. The more the European Union attempts to control member nations, the more countries slip through their fingers.

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Dan's victory represents a clear mandate for Romania's continued integration with Western institutions and democratic values. His success, built on a reputation for fighting corruption and supporting strong EU-NATO ties, shows Romanians reject isolationist policies and support maintaining crucial military aid to Ukraine. This result ensures stability and continued foreign investment in Romania.

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Metaculus Prediction

There's a 60% chance that Nicusor Dan will be the next President of Romania in 2025, according to the Metaculus prediction community.


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