Romanian court confirms presidential election first round results and orders ballot recount

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Romania's Constitutional Court has validated the first round of the presidential election, confirming far-right candidate Calin Georgescu as the frontrunner. The court ordered a recount of all 9.4 million ballots after allegations of electoral violations emerged. Georgescu will face reformist Elena Lasconi in a runoff on December 8. Lasconi narrowly defeated incumbent Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu. The recount was initiated following a complaint about potential fraud involving votes for a candidate who had withdrawn. The election has sparked protests due to concerns over Georgescu's past comments and his rise on social media. Romania's media regulator is investigating TikTok's influence on the election, with potential actions pending based on findings.


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