Euphoria The Roast of the EU Commissioners - - S2 E2: The EU (POST) Elections Podcast
Oct 26, 2024
Dive into the drama of the EU's political landscape as co-hosts dissect the high-stakes hearings for proposed European Commissioners. What does the vetting process look like? Will the Green Deal see significant changes with new leadership? Tune in for insights on democratic oversight, the evolution of parliamentary hearings, and the challenges of candidate screening, including transparency issues. Get ready for a mix of insider information and sharp critiques that illuminate the complexities of EU governance!
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What The Commission Actually Does
- The European Commission is the EU's executive: it proposes, implements and enforces EU law and manages the budget.
- It represents the EU internationally and sets policy priorities through its Directorates-General.
Commission Structure And DGs
- The College of Commissioners includes 27 commissioners plus the President and several Vice Presidents, each with specific portfolios.
- Thousands of staff in Directorates-General run day-to-day policy work under those commissioners.
How The President Is Chosen
- The Commission President is proposed by the European Council and must win a majority in the European Parliament.
- Ursula von der Leyen was re-elected in July with 401 votes to lead the next Commission.