“Don’t be fooled again!” Bucharest Mayor Ciucu’s message to Liberals ahead of key meeting

Bucharest Mayor Ciprian Ciucu issued a stern internal warning to members of the National Liberal Party (PNL), urging them not to be deceived ahead of a crucial National Political Bureau (BPN) meeting. Ciucu characterized the upcoming session as "historic" for the party's future direction.

Ciucu directly addressed his liberal colleagues, imploring them, "Do not be fooled again!" He accused the current Capital City Mayor, Nicușor Dan, of applying pressure on the PNL while simultaneously shielding the Social Democratic Party (PSD). This framing suggests a political maneuver aimed at weakening the PNL from within.

The mayor and PNL deputy president's strong message highlights internal tensions and strategic disagreements within the party. His plea indicates a belief that a particular decision being considered at the BPN meeting could be detrimental to the PNL's interests, potentially benefiting rival parties.