EU Parliament Confirms New Commission with Narrowest Margin in Decades
Ursula von der Leyen's second term begins with a right-leaning team, facing criticism over appointments and mounting global challenges.
- The European Parliament approved Ursula von der Leyen's new 27-member Commission with 370 votes in favor, 282 against, and 36 abstentions, marking the weakest support for a Commission in decades.
- Key priorities include strengthening EU defense, addressing economic competitiveness, and managing geopolitical tensions with the return of Donald Trump to the White House and ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
- Controversial appointments, such as Raffaele Fitto of Italy's far-right Fratelli d’Italia as Vice President, drew criticism from Social Democrats and Greens, highlighting divisions within the Parliament.
- The new Commission introduces a Defense Commissioner role, with Andrius Kubilius tasked with bolstering EU military capabilities and coordinating investments in European defense industries.
- Von der Leyen emphasized economic revitalization, proposing a 'clean industrial deal' and a strategic dialogue on the future of Europe's auto industry to address high energy costs and global competition.
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