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EPP Partners with Far Right, Threatens European Unity

3/19/2026

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The European People's Party (EPP) has coordinated with far-right factions in the European Parliament on migration policies.
Experts warn the trend risks normalizing extremist views and empowering anti-liberal forces.
The far right has seen growing influence and recent legislative successes, while mainstream parties risk legitimizing these groups.
Upcoming elections in Hungary and other nations may shape this dynamic and influence European unity.

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Story summary

The European People's Party (EPP) has coordinated with far-right factions in the European Parliament on migration policies.
Experts warn the trend risks normalizing extremist views and empowering anti-liberal forces.
The far right has seen growing influence and recent legislative successes, while mainstream parties risk legitimizing these groups.
Upcoming elections in Hungary and other nations may shape this dynamic and influence European unity.