Ursula von der Leyen
Ursula von der Leyen is a prominent German politician who serves as the President of the European Commission since 2019. Here are some key details about her life and career:
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Early Life and Education: Born on October 8, 1958, in Ixelles, Belgium, as Ursula Gertrud Albrecht, she grew up in a politically active family. Her father, Ernst Albrecht, was a senior European Union official and later became the Minister-President of Lower Saxony. She studied economics at the University of Göttingen and later earned a medical degree from the Hannover Medical School.
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Political Career:
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Key Initiatives and Policies: As President of the European Commission, von der Leyen has:
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Controversies:
- Her nomination for the EU Commission presidency was met with criticism due to the lack of transparency in the selection process.
- Her tenure as Defence Minister was marred by issues like procurement scandals and military reform challenges.
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Personal Life: Ursula von der Leyen is married to Heiko von der Leyen, with whom she has seven children. Her family life has often been highlighted in the media, portraying her as a balancing act between her career and motherhood.
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