Greece’s ruling party debates calling early election this fall

Greece’s ruling party debates calling early election this fall

The New Democracy party could move early to stop the newly-created Elas party of former left-wing PM Alexis Tsipras from building momentum.

Greece’s New Democracy weighs early election

Senior figures in Greece’s ruling New Democracy party are considering calling an early election this autumn rather than waiting until 2027, as concerns grow over declining support and the rise of a new opposition force. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has publicly insisted he will complete his full term, saying “elections will be held in spring of 2027, as scheduled.” However, party officials told POLITICO discussions are underway about a pos…