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Varoufakis Faces Trial Over Drug Admission, Criticizes Justice System
2/26/2026
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Story summary
- Yanis Varoufakis, former Greek finance minister and MeRA25 member, faces prosecution for admitting past drug use.
- MeRA25 criticized the ruling New Democracy party for manipulating the justice system, labeling it a step toward fascism.
- Varoufakis described his drug experiences on a Gen Z–targeted podcast, noting a single ecstasy use 36 years ago that caused a weeklong migraine.
- Varoufakis is set to stand trial in December.
