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Nicuşor Dan Criticizes George Simion, DNA, Faces Accusations Amid 2025 Romanian Election Uncertainty

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Updated Apr 20, 2025, 03:41 PM

Nicuşor Dan, a candidate in Romania's 2025 presidential election, has publicly characterized his rivals with distinct labels: George Simion as a "golan" (hooligan), Crin Antonescu as inactive, Elena Lasconi as ambitious, Victor Ponta as a chameleon, and Daniel Funeriu as a man of science. Dan asserted that if the elections were held immediately, Simion would certainly advance to the second round, warning of the risk that the election outcome could jeopardize Romania's western orientation. He also criticized the current governance, noting that isolationist parties have increased their support from 32% in December to 42%, potentially reaching 60% if the government’s approach does not change. Dan proposed major reforms, including removing Marcel Ciolacu and the head of the National Anticorruption Directorate (DNA), arguing that the DNA has not investigated major corruption cases for years. Following accusations from Elena Lasconi that Dan had prior knowledge of the election cancellation through privileged information and an influence network, Dan responded dismissively. Additionally, Dan faced criticism from journalist Cristian Tudor Popescu for allegedly lying about his connection to Matei Păun, a figure described as "Putinist." The 2025 Romanian presidential race is seen as competitive, with four candidates considered likely to reach the crucial second round, and various runoff scenarios are being analyzed ahead of the May election.

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Nicusor Dan, reprimanded by Cristian Tudor Popescu for lying about “Putinist Matei Păun” Read here: https://t.co/BKsWAW7ElS #stiri #politica #alegeriprezidentiale2025 #alegeriprezidentialeromania2025ghidulalegatorului #alegeriromania #candidatialegeripreziden...

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Lasconi: Nicusor Dan knew in advance that the elections would be annulled; he had privileged information from the system area, an influence network with his own agenda https://t.co/fU5GqlbmLW via @Ecopolitic

POLITICOEurope

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Ahead of Romania's presidential election this May, four candidates appear to have a legitimate shot at reaching the critical second round. We break down what could happen in each of the runoff scenarios between them: https://t.co/4Q1aDZSDOj https://t.co/jVOGOgvgAO

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