On 7 July, Renew Europe President Valérie Hayer MEP called on European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to restore order within her political family and reaffirm the institutional responsibility expected of a pro-European leadership.
During a Plenary debate on a motion of censure against the European Commission, Hayer warned that dangerous alliances jeopardise the EU’s institutional balance and risk paralysing the EU’s capacity to deliver on its most pressing priorities.
“Madam President, I must now tell you: nothing is guaranteed. Dismissing the centrist alliance in favour of opportunistic and detrimental majorities undermines public trust and fosters political instability. It is imperative that the Commission ensures institutional integrity and full respect of the pro-European centre coalition that has consistently upheld the Union’s democratic foundations and legislative credibility,” said Hayer.
Hayer reaffirmed Renew Europe’s determination to push forward with a bold legislative agenda that enhances the Union’s competitiveness, resilience, and democratic legitimacy, including:
- Accelerating the creation of a genuine Savings and Investment Union
- Delivering on the Draghi report by prioritising a deepening of the single market in key areas
- Revitalising the Green Deal so that it remains a driver of growth rather than a victim of political compromises
- Championing EU competitiveness through the introduction of targeted support for SMEs and regulatory streamlining
Renew Europe remains firmly committed to defending a strong, democratic, and united European Union, and calls on all democratic forces to safeguarding the Union’s core values.