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Yesilgöz wants to be VVD leader again in next elections

VVD leader Dilan Yesilgöz has confirmed she intends to remain the party's lead candidate for the next general elections. The announcement came during a meeting in Veghel where she addressed internal criticism and outlined her conditions for potential future coalitions.

Dilan Yesilgöz has confirmed her intention to lead the VVD in the upcoming general elections. The announcement followed a meeting in Veghel with approximately 150 critical party members from North Brabant, where she and parliamentary faction leader Ruben Brekelmans spent two hours addressing concerns. Despite recent polling challenges and internal criticism, Yesilgöz remains committed to her role, noting that such pressure is a standard part of political leadership.

During the discussion, Yesilgöz also outlined her stance on potential coalition cooperation, specifically regarding the party PRO. She indicated a willingness to work with them only if the right-wing party JA21 is included in the collaboration. The VVD leader has held her current position since 2023, succeeding former Prime Minister Mark Rutte. She described the recent meeting with members as productive, despite the tense political climate currently surrounding her party.

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