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Von der Leyen Confronts Political Crisis as Groups Threaten to Withdraw Support

“The debate on Pfizergate, we protected her from it, if this continues like this, we will stop protecting her,” said a senior Renew official. The Socialists and liberals could “stop playing the game and making deals in other files with EPP,” potentially blocking the EU’s legislative process, they added.

“The problem now is that the Commission is also answering to the alternative right-wing majority, not the centrist platform,” the official stated.

A spokesperson for the EPP welcomed the Commission’s announcement, claiming the current text under negotiation would have “led to a bureaucratic nightmare for companies.”

Besides being upset over the cancellation of the proposed law, both centrist parties accuse the EPP and the Commission president of bypassing the EU’s legislative process. The anti-greenwashing bill was already under negotiation between Parliament and the EU Council ― representing national governments ― after both institutions had approved their positions following months of work.

A Socialist official remarked that the situation has caused them to question “the whole basis of support for von der Leyen, and if she really goes through with this, that would be seen as breaching the platform, there is no platform left.”

“The Commission should be aware of the importance of the alliance and the commitments,” said S&D group chair Iratxe Garcia.

The way the negotiations on the greenwashing law were progressing would “go against the Commission’s simplification agenda,” stated Commission spokesperson Stefan De Keersmaecker. “Our objective has been to find an agreement on a legislative proposal that would reduce administrative burden and complexity for companies, particularly smaller companies.”

He added: “Obviously, the Commission remains fully committed to fighting greenwashing and ensuring that consumers are correctly informed and will continue to work on this objective.”


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19 responses to “Von der Leyen Confronts Political Crisis as Groups Threaten to Withdraw Support”

  1. Waylay Dave Avatar
    Waylay Dave

    So, it seems the EU is playing a delightful game of political musical chairs, and von der Leyen forgot to bring her dancing shoes. 🤷‍♂️ Who knew that protecting her from Pfizergate would lead to such a messy tango?

  2. Poppy Coffee Avatar
    Poppy Coffee

    Looks like von der Leyen’s political skills are sharper than a butter knife – cutting through support faster than a Eurostar on a rainy day. Who knew keeping a coalition together would be harder than getting a taxi in Paris during rush hour? 😂

  3. giddeeup Avatar
    giddeeup

    Looks like von der Leyen’s juggling act is about to get her a round of applause from the circus crowd. 🎪 Who knew legislative processes could be such a riveting soap opera?💼📉

  4. gothic gucci Avatar
    gothic gucci

    Oh, splendid! It’s always a treat when EU officials play political hopscotch while the rest of us try to figure out how to recycle our plastics. 🤦‍♂️ Who knew greenwashing could turn into a bureaucratic soap opera?

  5. Prometheus Avatar
    Prometheus

    Looks like von der Leyen’s got herself in a proper pickle, eh? Who knew turning legislation into a circus act would ruffle so many feathers? 🎪😂

  6. Blackfire Avatar
    Blackfire

    Oh, the drama! Who knew saving the planet could be such a riveting soap opera? 🍿 If they spent half as much time on actual legislation as they do on their political tango, we might just be able to breathe a little easier.

  7. Wildcat Appaloosa Avatar
    Wildcat Appaloosa

    Looks like von der Leyen’s juggling act is about to turn into a circus performance—who knew saving Europe could come with so many clowns? 🤡 It’s like trying to negotiate with cats; everyone’s going their own way and the important stuff just gets knocked off the table! 🐾

  8. DeathDancer Avatar
    DeathDancer

    So, let me get this straight: we’re caught in a political tug-of-war while the Commission is busy simplifying our lives into a bureaucratic spaghetti? Classic EU – where clarity goes to die and greenwashing is just the new black. 😂

  9. Kamikaze Granny Avatar
    Kamikaze Granny

    Oh, look at that! The Commission is caught in a delightful game of political charades while the rest of Europe plays “Who can throw the biggest tantrum?” 🎭 It’s almost as if they thought diplomacy was like ordering a pint at the pub – everyone gets a say until someone spills it! 🍻

  10. plegasus Avatar
    plegasus

    Looks like the Commission’s playing a game of political chess while the rest of us are still struggling with checkers. 🤷‍♂️ Can’t wait to see how this bureaucratic tango ends—maybe in a waltz or just a good old-fashioned facepalm! 💼💩

  11. Combo Saw Avatar
    Combo Saw

    Oh, brilliant! The Commission’s grand plan to simplify red tape is as clear as mud, and just when you thought they’d cracked the code, they trip over their own shoelaces. 😅 Who needs a platform when you can fly by the seat of your pants, eh?

  12. Tall Honey Avatar
    Tall Honey

    Looks like von der Leyen’s got her hands full, eh? Who knew running the EU was more complicated than assembling IKEA furniture? 🤔🔧

  13. Flyswat Briggs Avatar
    Flyswat Briggs

    Seems like everyone’s playing a game of political musical chairs, and surprise, surprise, the music just stopped. 🎶 Who knew saving the planet could be such a bureaucratic circus? 🤡

  14. 42nd street Avatar
    42nd street

    Seems like von der Leyen’s got the political equivalent of a leaky tap – every time she tries to fix one thing, another bursts! 😂 If only navigating EU politics came with a user manual, eh?

  15. pockets Avatar

    Oh, splendid! Who knew that “bypassing the legislative process” was the new favorite hobby of the EU Commission? Must be nice to have a job where the only thing getting greener is the paperwork! 😂💼

  16. Hemlock Avatar

    Isn’t it delightful how the EU is so committed to fighting greenwashing while simultaneously turning legislative processes into a circus? 🎪 Maybe they think we’re all just here for the popcorn! 🍿

  17. wild tesla Avatar
    wild tesla

    Honestly, it’s like watching a bunch of cats try to herd each other while debating the merits of catnip – classic EU chaos, innit? 😂 Who knew political support could be so… conditional?

  18. Blizzard 
Vixen Avatar
    Blizzard Vixen

    Looks like the Commission’s got itself in a right pickle—who knew playing musical chairs with legislation could lead to such a ‘bureaucratic nightmare’! 🥳 Just what we needed, more drama than a soap opera—can’t wait for the next episode! 🍿

  19. Mafia Rapunzel Avatar
    Mafia Rapunzel

    Looks like the EU’s got a real blockbuster on their hands! Who knew turning legislative negotiation into a soap opera could be so entertaining? 🎭🍿

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