Ursula von der Leyen’s re-election may be in doubt due to the growing popularity of right-wing parties – Politico

In 2019, the candidacy of the current head of the European Commission was supported by a coalition of Socialists, Liberals and Conservatives - they secured a "slim majority" of 383 votes out of the necessary 374.

In 2019, the candidacy of the current head of the European Commission was supported by a coalition of Socialists, Liberals and Conservatives – they secured a “slim majority” of 383 votes out of the necessary 374.

“With the far-right gaining ground across Europe, von der Leyen could face difficulties in trying to regain victory”.