Populist Attack on EU Falls Short Despite Gains in France, Italy

The video discusses the recent European election results, highlighting the performance of populists in France and Italy, and the Brexit party in Britain. It explores the political fragmentation observed, with Social Democrats and Christian Democrats losing ground, while Liberals and Greens emerged as significant players. The discussion then shifts to the allocation of top jobs in Europe, with Angela Merkel's stance on not seeking a European position, and the potential candidates for the European Commission and Central Bank roles.

What are Angela Merkel's intentions regarding a top job in Europe?

What role does Emmanuel Macron play in the context of the European Commission candidates?