No Confidence Motion Against Von der Leyen#

Introduction#

The corruption of EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reached new dimensions. The secret SMS messages between von der Leyen and Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla regarding billion-dollar vaccine deals are just the tip of the iceberg. These revelations have led to a no confidence motion against von der Leyen, which is based on well-founded allegations of corruption and abuse of power.

Pfizergate#

The secret SMS messages, which came to light during parliamentary investigations, reveal a close and opaque collaboration between von der Leyen and Pfizer. This communication, which took place behind closed doors, resulted in lucrative contracts that prioritized Pfizer’s interests over those of EU citizens. The details of these contracts remain largely undisclosed, raising further questions about potential benefits for Pfizer and personal financial gains ^1^.

Systematic Corruption#

Von der Leyen’s tenure is marked by:

  • Secret negotiations with pharmaceutical corporations: These negotiations often took place without sufficient transparency and public oversight, leading to questionable agreements.
  • Bypassing democratic control mechanisms: Decisions were frequently made without adequate parliamentary oversight, undermining the democratic legitimacy of her actions.
  • Waste of billions in taxpayer money: The contracts with pharmaceutical companies, particularly with Pfizer, were concluded under opaque conditions, resulting in significant financial burdens for EU citizens.

The No Confidence Motion#

The submitted no confidence motion is based on well-founded allegations of corruption and abuse of power. It calls for a comprehensive investigation into von der Leyen’s entanglements with pharmaceutical corporations and the disclosure of all relevant documents and communications. The motion aims to clarify von der Leyen’s accountability for her actions during the pandemic and to consider potential legal consequences ^1,2^.

Conclusion#

The no confidence motion against Ursula von der Leyen is long overdue. The revelations about her opaque and corrupt handling of vaccine deals with Pfizer demonstrate the need for a thorough examination of her tenure. Only in this way can the trust of EU citizens in the institutions of the European Union be restored. The EU needs leadership based on transparency, accountability, and the well-being of its citizens, rather than on personal and financial interests ^1,2^.