Romania's High Court Rejects Election Challenge, Nicușor Dan to Become President

Romania's Constitutional Court has dismissed a challenge to the recent presidential election results, paving the way for Nicușor Dan to assume the presidency. The court rejected a claim by George Simion alleging foreign interference and vote-buying. "The judges considered the request unfounded," reported Cristi Cozmacic, a reporter for Kanal D, adding that the validation process will now proceed. Simion's challenge was based on claims that foreign states were involved in the election and that votes were bought for Dan. The court's decision has been met with mixed reactions. The swift rejection of the challenge suggests the court found Simion's evidence insufficient. Nicușor Dan is expected to be officially sworn in as president soon.