Ursula von der Leyen Secures Backing for Second Term as EU Commission President

Despite opposition from some French conservatives, von der Leyen's support from Europe's conservatives solidifies her position ahead of the European election.

• Ursula von der Leyen launches her EU campaign by criticizing Marine Le Pen's National Rally party, labeling them as 'Putin's friends'.
• Europe's conservatives, including the European People’s Party, endorse von der Leyen for a second term, aiming to keep her in office until 2029.
• Michel Barnier, representing French conservatives, stands out by refusing to support von der Leyen for a second term as EU Commission chief.
• The European Socialists search for strategies to counter the far-right's rise, with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez highlighting the existential threat to Europe's soul.
• Socialist lead EU election candidate calls for an 'immediate cease-fire' in Gaza, amidst a broader scramble for ideas among Europe's struggling socialists.

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