Ursula von Leyen

Ursula von Leyen is a prominent German politician who has served as the President of the European Commission since December 1, 2019. She is the first woman to hold this position and has played a crucial role in navigating the European Union through various challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, and geopolitical tensions. A member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), von Leyen previously held various ministerial roles in the German government, including Minister of Defense and Minister of Labor and Social Affairs. Known for her focus on digitalization and sustainability, she advocates for a stronger and more unified Europe. Recently, she was in the news due to speculation surrounding a potential incident involving Russian GPS-jamming during her flight to Bulgaria, raising questions about disinformation and security in European politics.