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MEP Launches No-Confidence Motion Against Von der Leyen

6/27/2025

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Summary

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Romanian MEP Gheorghe Piperea has launched a no-confidence motion against EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, fueled by concerns over transparency and the controversial Pfizergate scandal. Supported by 74 MEPs, the motion faces an uphill battle for approval, yet it underscores a rising tide of dissatisfaction within the EU Parliament about its governance.

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Historical Context

The European Parliament adopted the Transparency Directive in 2014 to address rising public concerns about corruption, with 70% of EU citizens expressing dissatisfaction. The current no-confidence motion against Ursula von der Leyen highlights ongoing transparency issues, particularly following the "Pfizergate" and "Qatargate" scandals, which may lead to stricter regulations on lobbying and foreign influence within the EU's governance framework.

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Story summary

Romanian MEP Gheorghe Piperea has launched a no-confidence motion against EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, fueled by concerns over transparency and the controversial Pfizergate scandal. Supported by 74 MEPs, the motion faces an uphill battle for approval, yet it underscores a rising tide of dissatisfaction within the EU Parliament about its governance.

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