Donald Trump used progressive victories in New York to label Democrats "godless communists" posing an existential threat, warning of persecution of Christians and the destruction of the American way of life at the Faith & Freedom Coalition conference.
Donald Trump has intensified his rhetoric, labeling political opponents as "godless communists" who threaten Christianity. This comes after progressive candidates, including Democratic Socialists of America members, won key New York primaries. Trump's claims contrast with the differing ideologies of democratic socialism and communism, and the religious affiliations of many democratic socialists.
Pina Picierno, Vice President of the European Parliament, has left the Italian Democratic Party and the center-left group to join the liberal Renew Europe group. She cited ambiguity on Ukraine and Putin's war as reasons for her departure, criticizing the party's increasingly populist stance.
Igor Dodon, leader of Moldova's Party of Socialists, stated that Russia's share in Moldova's trade balance has plummeted from 20-30% to 2% in recent years, contributing to zero GDP growth and high inflation.
Spanish police raid Socialist Party HQ in Madrid as part of a National Court investigation into alleged corruption involving former party member Leire Diez, amid ongoing scandals affecting PM Pedro Sanchez's party.
French socialists announced they will vote against Emmanuel Moulin's nomination as head of the Banque de France, citing lack of political independence and defense of the banking lobby. His chances are now in the hands of the Republicans.
Socialists announced they will vote against Emmanuel Moulin's nomination to head the Bank of France, a decision that weakens Macron's candidate's chances. The Insoumis and RN also oppose the nomination, leaving LR to decide his fate.
The PP leads nationally, but the Andalusian election saw a disaster for the Socialists, gains for the far-right Vox party, and a disappointing result for the PP's regional leader. The outcome signals a potential shift rightward ahead of the general election.
The PP's victory in Andalusia, though not a majority, signals a shift rightward for Spain. Socialists suffered their worst result, while Vox celebrated gains, setting the stage for complex coalition talks ahead of the general election.
Spain's ruling Socialists experienced a significant electoral defeat in Andalusia, winning only 28 seats. This marks the fourth regional election loss, increasing pressure on PM Pedro Sanchez ahead of the 2027 national election. The conservative People's Party (PP) won the most seats but will likely need far-right Vox's support to govern.
MAGA-linked George Simion is widely considered to be the mastermind behind Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's fall
MAGA-linked George Simion is widely considered to be the mastermind behind Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's fall.
The country's socialists teamed up with the far right to topple center-right Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan.
French MEP Aurore Lalucq argues that Donald Trump’s recent tariff threats, which she considers a violation of the EU–US trade agreement, show the EU should not have agreed to the deal, highlighting divisions within the Socialists & Democrats.
Romania's Social Democrats (PSD) have moved to topple Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan's centrist coalition with support from the far-right Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), sparking accusations of hypocrisy from European Socialist leaders who have long criticized the center-right for cooperating with extremist forces. The PSD-AUR alliance mirrors tactics mainstream parties have denounced, exposing tensions between Brussels' political red lines and national governing realities.
Romanian socialists and the far-right have announced a coordinated plan to remove Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan from office. Bolojan currently leads a minority coalition government after Romania's main center-left party defected to opposition last week, weakening his administration significantly.
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan is currently leading a minority coalition government after Romania’s main center-left party joined the opposition last week.
