Von der Leyen Unveils New European Commission Team for Second Term
The European Commission President announces a diverse lineup of 26 commissioners, including key roles for Spain and Finland.
- Ursula von der Leyen announced her new team of 26 commissioners for her second term, set to run through 2029.
- Spain's Teresa Ribera will oversee climate and antitrust policy as one of six executive vice-presidents.
- Finland's Henna Virkkunen has been appointed executive vice-president for tech sovereignty, security, and democracy.
- The new lineup includes four female vice-presidents, reflecting von der Leyen's push for gender balance.
- Each nominee must undergo hearings in the European Parliament, with the new commission expected to take office by December 1.
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