EU Commission Shifts Policy Under Industry Pressure, Investigation Finds

An investigation by Follow the Money reveals that the European Commission under Ursula von der Leyen has increasingly aligned policy decisions with industry interests, deviating from earlier commitments on issues like addictive apps and animal welfare. The findings suggest a pattern of regulatory capture, though the full extent and specific cases remain to be detailed. This matters as it indicates a potential shift in EU governance priorities, affecting future regulation across multiple sectors.