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European Parliament Faces Struggles Amid Right-Wing Alliances

10/24/2025

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Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, warned that centrist forces may struggle to pass legislation and may need to collaborate with right-wing groups.
That warning followed the rejection of a proposal to reduce business regulations, drawing criticism from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Metsola stressed pragmatism over majorities, noting that migration and green policies remain contentious.
The Parliament will vote again in November as the far-right may help push deregulation.

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Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, warned that centrist forces may struggle to pass legislation and may need to collaborate with right-wing groups.
That warning followed the rejection of a proposal to reduce business regulations, drawing criticism from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.
Metsola stressed pragmatism over majorities, noting that migration and green policies remain contentious.
The Parliament will vote again in November as the far-right may help push deregulation.