USR Party Slams Romanian Government's Wasteful Spending

Romania's USR Party Criticizes Government Spending: A Call for Efficiency and Reform Bucharest, Romania – The Romanian branch of the USR party has released a video sharply criticizing the government's handling of public funds. The video, posted on June 9th, 2025, highlights concerns about low employee take-home pay compared to other European nations and points to significant bonuses paid to Romsilva directors as evidence of inefficiency. The party cites Eurostat data to support its claims regarding low take-home pay, stating that "Romania is among the seven European countries where employees take home less than two-thirds of their gross salary." The video further alleges that Romsilva's organizational structure is bloated and inefficient, with directors receiving bonuses of up to 25% of their base salary. USR representatives advocate for merging redundant institutions and eliminating excessive bonuses. "We will discuss any kind of tax increases only after we've agreed on a list of spending cuts," stated a USR representative in the video, emphasizing the party's commitment to fiscal responsibility. The video concludes with a call for greater transparency and accountability in government spending. The video has sparked debate online, highlighting the ongoing tension between the USR party and the ruling government over budgetary issues.