Nationalist George Simion wins Romania’s first round with help from TikTok, rural voters and Trump

Propelled by nationalist rhetoric, rural discontent and a viral TikTok strategy, far-right leader George Simion won almost 41% in the first round of Romania’s re-run presidential vote on Sunday, setting up a decisive run-off with a pro-EU candidate that will determine the country’s democratic and geopolitical course.

May 5, 2025 - 19:29
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Nationalist George Simion wins Romania’s first round with help from TikTok, rural voters and Trump
Propelled by nationalist rhetoric, rural discontent and a viral TikTok strategy, far-right leader George Simion won almost 41% in the first round of Romania’s re-run presidential vote on Sunday, setting up a decisive run-off with a pro-EU candidate that will determine the country’s democratic and geopolitical course.

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