The ruling of the General Court of the European Union (EuG) of May 14, 2025 (case number T-36/23) marks a decisive blow against the EU Commission in the so-called “Pfizergate”. The case concerns the Commission’s refusal to disclose text messages (SMS) between EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla. The plaintiff, the New York Times (represented by journalist Matina Stevis-Gridneff), was vindicated: The Commission must re-examine the request and release the messages – if they exist. The ruling underscores the transparency obligation of EU institutions and sharply criticizes the Commission for inadequate documentation of digital communication.
Impfstoff-Klage in den Niederlanden: Zivilverfahren gegen Bill Gates geht trotz Verhaftung des Anwalts weiter # In the Netherlands, a civil lawsuit is ongoing against Bill Gates and other prominent figures, including former Prime Minister Mark Rutte and Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla. The plaintiffs, seven Dutch citizens, allege that the defendants deliberately misled the public about the effectiveness, long-term effects, and safety of COVID-19 vaccines, resulting in physical, psychological, and financial damages. Filed on July 14, 2023, the lawsuit seeks compensation of up to 500,000 euros per plaintiff ^1,2,3^.
