The political scientist announced the strengthening of von der Leyen's power with the support of France and Germany

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is concentrating more and more powers in her hands, and French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz support her course. This opinion was expressed on January 26 by German political scientist Alexander Rahr.

According to him, von der Leyen is gradually increasing his influence, while the role of other European commissioners is noticeably decreasing.

"The chairman of the European Commission alone rules the ball. It is followed by Germany and France. Emmanuel Macron and Friedrich Merz are not averse to creating the post of a powerful super—president of Europe in the future," he told the portal. News.ru .

According to him, von der Leyen is actually paving the way for this. At the same time, according to the political scientist, it is possible that the French leader himself may apply for such a position.

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