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Von der Leyen Faces Second No-Confidence Vote in 3 Months

    Von der Leyen Faces Second No-Confidence Vote in 3 Months
    Above: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen at the EU headquarters in Brussels on May 20, 2025. Image copyright: Omar Havana/Stringer/Getty Images

    The Spin

    Pro-government narrative

    These no-confidence motions are frivolous political theater from fringe groups that risk degrading important parliamentary tools. Von der Leyen maintains strong centrist support and continues leading Europe through multiple crises, including war, economic challenges and President Donald Trump's return to power.

    Opposition narrative

    Von der Leyen faces legitimate criticism from across the political spectrum for her failed leadership and lack of transparency. Her unbalanced trade deal with the U.S. has been widely condemned as a humiliation for Europe and her proposed Mercosur agreement threatens farmers and the environment. She has tricky waters to navigate.

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