North German Takes Top Spot of European Union Parliamentarians - Niclas Herbst elected new CDU/CSU leader in European Parliament shake-up
Niclas Herbst has been elected the new chair of the CDU/CSU delegation in the European Parliament. The 42-year-old politician from Schleswig-Holstein secured an absolute majority in the second round of voting. His appointment follows the departure of long-serving MEP Daniel Caspary, who is moving to the European Court of Auditors next year.
Herbst replaces Angelika Niebler as co-chair of the delegation, which forms part of the centre-right European People’s Party (EPP) group. The EPP is currently led by CSU politician Manfred Weber. Herbst’s election comes at a challenging time for Niebler, who remains under investigation by the European Public Prosecutor’s Office over allegations of misusing EU funds.
Herbst’s election marks a shift in the delegation’s leadership as it navigates internal challenges and broader EU political dynamics. With Niebler’s legal issues ongoing and Caspary’s exit, the new chair will need to stabilize the group’s position. His focus on citizen engagement and party alignment will likely shape the delegation’s priorities in the months ahead.
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