Teresa Ribera, Spain's third vice president, is under scrutiny as she faces a critical hearing in the European Parliament for her nomination as Vice President of the European Commission.
The conservative European People's Party (EPP), led by Alberto Núñez Feijóo, has expressed doubts about her suitability, citing her handling of the recent DANA crisis in Valencia.
The EPP plans to challenge Ribera's nomination, questioning her crisis management skills.
Meanwhile, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, has positioned Ribera as a key figure in her administration, emphasizing her technical expertise.
The outcome of Ribera's hearing could influence the broader political dynamics within the EU, as it coincides with other significant nominations, including that of the controversial Hungarian commissioner, Olivér Varhelyi.
