EU Parliament Votes on Ursula von der Leyen Presidency

Ursula von der Leyen is seeking a second term as European Commission president, addressing MEPs with promises tailored to various political groups, including a focus on climate targets, defense projects, social rights, and affordable housing. The vote outcome, crucial for EU stability amidst challenges and rising far-right support, will determine continuity or potential chaos. Von der Leyen's leadership vacuum would be concerning, given external and internal challenges, with support needed from at least 361 representatives in the 720-member European Parliament. Her speech emphasized the importance of unity, democracy, and investment in Europe's future amidst global uncertainties and challenges.