EU Parliament’s most toxic duo brings trouble for von der Leyen – POLITICO
Weber accused Garcia and the Socialists of “harming the European agenda.” During her remarks, the S&D chief shot…
Simpler rules for next EU budget could weaken spending oversight, EU Auditors warn
Published on 12/01/2026 – 18:49 GMT+1 The simplification of rules in the upcoming EU budget in the field…
Europe’s year of Trump trade trauma – POLITICO
Yes, it’s been one hell of a year for the world’s biggest trading relationship. The economic consequences will…
Brussels to free up cash, target tourist flats in EU’s first-ever Affordable Housing Plan – POLITICO
“I’m not on the side of the people who call for banning short-term rentals,” Jørgensen clarified, adding that…
EU closes deal to slash green rules in major win for von der Leyen’s deregulation drive – POLITICO
The word “omnibus” has since become a mainstay of the Brussels bubble vernacular with the Commission putting forward at…
Notes on a scandal — will a fraud probe upend the EU? – POLITICO
Brussels was jolted this week by dawn raids and an alleged fraud probe involving current and former senior…
Top EU official accuses US of ‘blackmail’ in trade talks – POLITICO
Ribera — who as executive vice president of the Commission ranks second to President Ursula von der Leyen…
Ribera says Trump’s tariff threat against Spain makes ‘little sense’ – POLITICO
“I think the EU must be firm, and threatening a member state makes little sense,” she said. “Europe…
French companies backtrack from joint deregulation call with Berlin – POLITICO
But since the letter came to light, some of the French companies it claims to speak on behalf…
Trump sinks global shipping climate tax – POLITICO
“They killed [the agreement]. The lack of leadership from the EU makes my blood boil,” said one person…