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Ursula von der Leyen's new European Commission faces significant partisan challenges as it steps into a second term. The European People's Party (EPP), Spain's Partido Popular (PP), and liberal groups clashed over key appointments, particularly Teresa Ribera's potential role as vice-president. This conflict has left a trail of distrust and division in the European Parliament, particularly between traditional allies like socialists and conservatives. The Greens were notably excluded from the..

The candidacy of Spanish Social Democrat Teresa Ribera for a role in the European Commission has sparked intense political negotiations. Ribera's bid requires the support of the European People's Party (EPP), but Spain's far-right Vox party is urging EPP leader Manfred Weber to oppose her appointment. Vox blames Ribera for recent disasters in Valencia and Castilla-la Mancha, pressing for her resignation if charged. Meanwhile, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is engaging with EU leaders to..