Von Der Leyen No-Confidence Votes Fail in EU Parliament

The European Parliament has rejected two no-confidence motions against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The motions were initiated by various political groups, including far-right and left-wing parties, due to concerns over von der Leyen's leadership and the EU's handling of issues like energy and migration. However, the motions failed to garner the required majority of 374 votes to pass. The first motion was rejected with 93 votes in favor, 461 against, and 106 abstentions. The second motion was also defeated, with 112 votes in favor, 461 against, and 87 abstentions. The failure of these no-confidence votes represents a significant victory for von der Leyen, as it demonstrates continued support for her leadership within the European Parliament. This outcome also highlights the political divisions within the EU and the challenges faced by the Commission in addressing complex issues facing the union.