Ponta Questions Transparency of Bucharest Mayor's Funding

Romania: Ponta Casts Doubt on Transparency of Nicușor Dan's Donors Victor Ponta, former Prime Minister of Romania, recently questioned the transparency surrounding the funding of Nicușor Dan, the current Mayor of Bucharest. In an interview with Ionuț Cristache on Gândul.ro, Ponta stated, "Nu cred că o să vedem donatorii lui Nicușor Dan." (I don't think we'll see Nicușor Dan's donors.) This statement raises concerns about potential undisclosed financial backing for Dan's political campaigns. Ponta further revealed that he had known about the impending release of Dan's asset declaration for a year. This suggests a potential leak or insider knowledge within political circles. His comments, while not directly accusing anyone of wrongdoing, highlight a lack of transparency that could undermine public trust in the political process. The interview underscores the ongoing debate about campaign finance and the need for greater accountability in Romanian politics. Further investigation is needed to shed light on the sources of funding for Nicușor Dan's campaigns.