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Thiess Raises Alarm Over Controversial Romanian Election Candidate

6/11/2025

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Thiess has voiced worries over the Romanian presidential election, particularly regarding Calin Georgescu, a 62-year-old agronomist turned nationalist. Georgescu has made bizarre claims about electronic chips in soft drinks and has drawn inspiration from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. His TikTok videos mimic Vladimir Putin's campaign, showcasing him on horseback and demonstrating judo skills, raising eyebrows across the nation.

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Thiess has voiced worries over the Romanian presidential election, particularly regarding Calin Georgescu, a 62-year-old agronomist turned nationalist. Georgescu has made bizarre claims about electronic chips in soft drinks and has drawn inspiration from Robert F. Kennedy Jr. His TikTok videos mimic Vladimir Putin's campaign, showcasing him on horseback and demonstrating judo skills, raising eyebrows across the nation.