Moorman Declines GroenLinks‑PvdA Faction Leadership, Backs Klaver

Overview

• Marjolein Moorman said on the podcast De Binnenkamer that she does not want to lead the GroenLinks‑PvdA parliamentary group.
• Moorman called Jesse Klaver a sensible choice to head the faction, citing his experience and saying she told him so on Friday.
• Frans Timmermans’ decision to step down as the merged party’s figurehead set off the search for a new parliamentary leader.
• The Tweede Kamerfractie plans to choose a new fractievoorzitter on Monday, though it is not yet clear if that person will also be party leader or serve only temporarily.
• Moorman brings a strong Amsterdam record and holds the No. 6 spot on the national list, while observers note her limited Hague experience and point to Klaver’s prior tenure as GroenLinks fractievoorzitter and role in preparing the formation.