EU chief von der Leyen survives rare confidence vote

EU Chief Ursula Von der Leyen survives rare confidence vote initiated by the far-right faction in the European Parliament. Despite accusations of lack of transparency over Covid-19 vaccine negotiations, she received support from center-right, socialist, liberal, green, and left-wing groups. While facing criticisms of alliances with far-right parties, Von der Leyen's leadership remains intact following the failed motion with 175 in favor, 360 against, and 18 abstentions.