European Greens’ dilemma: Salvage EU climate laws or break with von der Leyen’s party
As the party meets for its annual congress, many members see the EPP as their new main enemy.
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EU conservatives vote with far right to weaken forest protections ⊖
It's the second time the EPP has sided with far-right groups to weaken environmental rules this month.
11 days ago
‘It’s an abusive marriage’: EPP’s far-right flirtation leaves its centrist allies stuck ⊖
“They betray us, but we keep going back to them,” a Socialist lawmaker said.
23 days ago
EU prosecutor closes probe into EPP’s alleged misuse of funds
EU fraud watchdog cleared party leader Manfred Weber and his aides of improper use of funds in 2019 election.
EU conservatives vote with far right to approve cuts to green rules ⊖
The outcome highlights the EPP's willingness to abandon its traditional centrist coalition allies.
49 days ago
Socialist lawmakers expect top-job status quo in EU Parliament ahead of reshuffle
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Behind the scenes, lawmakers expect the center-right EPP to retain the Parliament’s presidency in 2027 — and anticipate that current Socialist group leader Iratxe García will remain in her post as we…
58 days ago
Manfred Weber struggles to keep von der Leyen’s party in line
From veggie burger bans to climate infighting, the EPP leader is facing pressure from all sides.
59 days ago
Socialists cave to center-right demands to slash EU green rules ⊖
The Socialists and liberals folded after the center-right EPP threatened to ditch them and work with the far right instead.
Von der Leyen’s party revolts over her plans for budget and emissions ⊕
As Commission president prepares to face no-confidence votes, EPP is divided over two of her key proposals.
80 days ago
Does the EPP really vote with the far right? 5 things we learned from the data.
Here's what POLITICO's analysis of first-year plenary votes shows.