In the recent 2024 European Parliament elections, the Christian Democrats (conservatives) and the Socialists have continued to maintain their dominance. The conservatives, led by Ursula von der Leyen, secured 186 seats, making them the largest group in the Parliament. The Socialists followed with 133 seats. Renew Europe, associated with French President Emmanuel Macron’s Renaissance group, came in third, holding 11% of the seats. The European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR), led by Georgia Meloni, secured nearly 9.72% of the seats, while the Identity and Democracy (ID) group, with notable parties like Marine Le Pen’s National Rally, obtained 60 seats in the Parliament.
- The Christian Democrats (conservatives) led by Ursula von der Leyen secured 186 seats in the European Parliament.
- The Socialists obtained 133 seats, making them the second-largest group in the Parliament.
- Renew Europe, tied to Emmanuel Macron’s Renaissance group, captured 11% of the seats, ranking third.
- The European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR), with Georgia Meloni at the forefront, secured nearly 9.72% of the seats.
- The Identity and Democracy (ID) group, including Marine Le Pen’s National Rally, accounted for 60 seats in the European Parliament.
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