European Parliament to negotiate 14 vice-presidencies, 26 committee chairs after recess: far-right role at stake
The European Parliament is heading into a six-week summer recess with significant political homework, including whether the Socialists should challenge Roberta Metsola for the presidency and how to protect each group's share of top jobs. Meanwhile, in Portugal, the Socialist Party (PS) is focusing on leadership issues within the government, targeting Prime Minister Luís Montenegro.
The European Parliament's political homework includes deciding on the presidency, 14 vice-presidencies, 26 committee chairmanships, 78 vice-chairmanships, and influential coordinator posts, which will be up for grabs when lawmakers return on Aug. 31. The negotiations will test the alliances that have shaped the Parliament since the 2024 election and help determine whether right-wing and far-right groups gain a larger role in running the institution.
In Portugal, the Socialist Party (PS) is accusing Prime Minister Luís Montenegro of failing to coordinate his team and showing disdain for the crisis of national exams. José Luís Carneiro, the leader of the PS in Portugal, said that the prime minister has "failed" in coordinating his team and shows "disdém" for the crisis of national exams. The PS is trying to convince the Portuguese people that the problem is with the leadership of the prime minister, not just individual ministers.
The contest for top jobs in the European Parliament will intensify when lawmakers return on Aug. 31. The negotiations will test the alliances that have shaped the Parliament since the 2024 election and help determine whether right-wing and far-right groups gain a larger role in running the institution.
In other developments, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is facing challenges within her coalition over electoral law reforms. The legislation, which includes a majority premium after 42% and preferences, is causing tensions within the coalition. Meloni has hinted at a possible early election, but many lawmakers are opposed to this idea.
In Romania, President Klaus Iohannis has called for early elections to resolve the political crisis. The Social Democratic Party (PSD) has been accused of using the crisis to gain political advantage. The president has called on the PSD to stop the "blackmail" and work towards a solution.
The political landscape in Europe is rapidly evolving, with key decisions being made in the coming weeks and months. The European Parliament's recess will be a time of intense negotiation and strategy, as lawmakers prepare for the midterm reshuffle and the challenges ahead.
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