Vlad Gheorghe Drops Out of Bucharest Mayoral Race for Ciucu
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Bucharest Mayoral Race: Vlad Gheorghe Withdraws, Backs ciprian Ciucu
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Updated December 2, 2024, at 12:40 PM EST
key Developments
Former Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Vlad Gheorghe announced on Tuesday, December 2, 2024, that he is withdrawing from the Bucharest mayoral race.
G4Media sources
report that Gheorghe, who was running as an independent candidate, will endorse Ciprian Ciucu, the candidate from the National Liberal Party (PNL).
Recent polling Data
Recent polls have shown a competitive race for the Bucharest mayoralty. Data from November 20, 2024, provides a snapshot of voter preferences.
| Candidate | Polling Percentage (November 20, 2024) | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Băluță | 26.6% | INSCOP Institute |
| Ciprian Ciucu | 24.2% | INSCOP Institute |
| Anca Alexandrescu | 19.1% | INSCOP Institute |
| Cătălin Drula | 11.6% | INSCOP Institute |
| Vlad Gheorghe | 19% | (Source not specified in provided text) |
| Anca Alexandrescu (AUR) | 18.5% | (Source not specified in provided text) |
the withdrawal of Vlad Gheorghe, who polled at 19% in one survey, could significantly impact the outcome, potentially benefiting Ciucu.
Background: Bucharest mayoral Election
The Bucharest mayoral election is a key contest in Romanian politics, as the city is the nation’s capital and largest urban center. The election is scheduled for 2025.