Elon Musk endorses Cypriot MEP Fidias Panayiotou for EU leadership

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Elon Musk has endorsed Cypriot MEP and YouTuber Fidias Panayiotou for the European Union presidency in a post on X.

This followed a discussion about the term “far right” and Musk’s response to a user praising Fidias as “one of the most transparent politicians in Europe.” Musk later reinforced his support, tweeting, “Fidias for EU President!”

Fidias previously criticised the EU election process after Ursula von der Leyen’s re-election as European Commission president earlier this year, advocating for a “more democratic” system. Musk agreed with his viewpoint, stating, “Fidias has a good point.”

Despite the EU lacking a formal presidency, the European Commission president is its most influential role. Von der Leyen’s term runs until 2029. Musk’s connection with Fidias began in 2023 when the YouTuber camped outside X headquarters to meet him. Fidias, who credits Musk for inspiring his active use of X, later entered the European Parliament.

Source: Ekathimerini.

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