Until now, EPP leader Manfred Weber had maintained that there was no contact, let alone any understanding, with the far right. However, following revelations about a chat group involving the EPP and the AfD at the staff level, doubts have arisen about this stance.
By Markus Grabitz
Following revelations about a chat group between the European People’s Party (EPP) and the Alternative for Germany (AfD) on tightening European Union asylum law, EPP leader Manfred Weber is facing intense criticism. The cooperation between staff members from the two political groups has provoked strong protests from the democratic camp.
By Redaktion Table
At its Leaders’ Retreat in Zagreb, the European People’s Party (EPP) decided to strengthen military cohesion within the European Union. The group’s leader, Manfred Weber, has been tasked with developing a concept for an expanded defense union.
By Markus Grabitz
At its Leaders’ Retreat in Zagreb, the European People’s Party (EPP) decided to strengthen military cohesion within the European Union. The group’s leader, Manfred Weber, has been tasked with developing a concept for an expanded defense union.
By Markus Grabitz
The automotive package could be delayed, although it is still expected to be on the agenda in the College on Dec. 10. According to reports, the Commission has to rework it following comments from the Regulatory Scrutiny Board.
By Markus Grabitz
The chair of the Christian Democrat EPP group in the EU Parliament is calling for stricter regulation of online platforms. Their algorithms are ”a public good” and must be made transparent.
By Till Hoppe
The tensions between the two largest political groups in the EU Parliament have recently also called the heads of state and government into action. The group leaders are now sending conciliatory signals. The platform should not fail because of the sustainability omnibus.
By Till Hoppe and Markus Grabitz
With martial words, the Commission President appeals to the pro-European forces to fight together for Europe's independence. But EPP leader Weber and S&D chairwoman Gárcia Peréz no longer seem capable of doing so.
By Till Hoppe and Markus Grabitz
