Lasconi Resigns as USR President

Lasconi Resigns as USR President

Politics 5 May 2025 14:00

Elena Lasconi announced her resignation as president of the Save Romania Union (USR) on Monday morning. In a press release, she cited political and personal challenges as reasons for stepping down, calling the decision a responsible act made with confidence in the party's and Romania's future, CE Report quotes Agerpres

“This is a very difficult decision,” Lasconi stated. “But I believe it is the right and natural step. I leave with a peaceful heart, knowing I’ve done everything I could to make Romania better.”

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