07 July 2026 Alliance for the Unity of Romanians (AUR) leader George Simion on July 6 urged president Nicușor Dan to nominate a prime minister without delay, as Romania's political deadlock continued more than two months after the collapse of the previous government, according to Agerpres. “Nicușor, nominate a prime minister NOW! Bolojan, leave the Victoria Palace. Romanians, COME ON!” Simion wrote on Facebook, referring to acting prime minister Ilie Bolojan. The appeal comes as president Dan has so far declined to nominate another prime minister-designate, arguing that parliamentary parties must first demonstrate they can secure the backing of at least 233 lawmakers required to form a government. The Constitution does not set a deadline for the president to nominate a candidate. On July 1