Center-Right European People’s Party Set to Retain Largest EU Parliament Group Amid Far-Right Gains

Europe’s political landscape shifts as the European People’s Party (EPP) retains its position as the largest bloc in the European Parliament, despite a notable rise in far-right party seats. This election has seen a departure from the Green Party, with increased support for the Identity and Democracy Group (ID), marking a rightward trend. Ursula von der Leyen, affiliated with the EPP, is likely to secure a second term as the President of the European Commission, emphasizing a stance against extremism. The outcome reflects a complex political realignment, with implications for EU policies, particularly concerning migration, defense spending, and the Green Deal.

• All European Union polling places are now closed, indicating a shift to the right in the European Parliament.
• The European People’s Party (EPP) remains the largest party, likely securing a second term for Ursula von der Leyen as President of the European Commission.
• Far-right parties are expected to gain seats, though the EPP’s performance was sufficient to counter their challenge.
• Voters have shown decreased support for Europe’s Green Party, turning instead towards the Identity and Democracy Group (ID), which includes far-right and populist parties.
• Ursula von der Leyen pledges to build a “Bastion against extremes” on both the left and the right.
• The results suggest a pro-European coalition may be necessary to support von der Leyen, involving the EPP, Social Democrats, and Liberals.
• Increased far-right representation in the Parliament could complicate the advancement of the European agenda, particularly on issues like the Green Deal, migration, and defense spending.
• National election results in Poland and Hungary reflect broader European trends towards the right, with significant implications for EU policies.
• Italy’s Prime Minister, Georgia Meloni, looks to form a larger rightwing group in the Parliament, potentially impacting EU commission president elections and policy directions.
• Turnout for the election was higher than in previous years, reflecting increased political engagement across the EU.
• The far-right’s influence on European foreign policy remains limited due to internal divisions, particularly regarding Russia and NATO.
• Migration and climate policies are areas where the radical right could significantly influence EU policy directions.

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