Green Lawmakers Back Ursula von der Leyen's Bid for Second Term

The Greens/EFA Group in the European Parliament has agreed to support Ursula von der Leyen's bid for a second term as President of the European Commission. The decision, made in a closed-door meeting, boosts von der Leyen's chances of re-election in a secret ballot scheduled for Thursday in Strasbourg.

The Greens/EFA Group in the European Parliament has thrown its support behind Ursula von der Leyen for a second term as President of the European Commission, confirming earlier reports from sources. The decision was publicized via social media platform X.

With 53 members, the Green lawmaker group's decision was made during a closed-door vote. This move significantly enhances von der Leyen's prospects for re-election, setting her up for another potential five-year term at the helm of the EU's most powerful institution.

The secret ballot is scheduled for 1 p.m. (1100 GMT) on Thursday in Strasbourg, France, where lawmakers will decide her fate.

(With inputs from agencies.)