Posted on 06/18/2026 9:37:37 AM PDT by SmokingJoe
Members of the European Parliament erupted in chants of “Send Them Back!” moments after the chamber overwhelmingly approved what is being called the EU’s 'strictest-ever' migration and return law on Wednesday.
This marks a major policy shift in Europe. It follows years of uncontrolled illegal crossings and relentless public pressure. That pressure translated to significant gains for conservative and populist parties in recent elections.
Right-wing and center-right MEPs exemplified the energy and desire for change as chants rang out on the floor of the parliament chamber.
"Send them back!" indeed. This is an incredible display.
Euronews has described the legislation as the EU’s “strictest-ever” migration law, reflecting its significant tightening of return procedures after years of low deportation rates. It's shades of President Trump coming in and laying down the law after years of Biden's open-border policies.
(Excerpt) Read more at redstate.com ...
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Oh my.
How will their betters re-establish control over the population?
Another two years of masks and lockdowns?
Last time I checked, Pakistani is a NATIONALITY, not a race. And islam is a "religion" (cult, actually), also not a race.
“MEGA!”
Make Europe Great Again..............
To little, to late...............
Drop kick them like a soccer ball and watch them as the bounce?!?!?!?!?!?
Problem is, they allowed SO MUCH DRECK into their country I honestly dont think you can get rid of them.
Closing barn doors after the livestock has escaped
Can be done.
Not that hard.
EU Parliament has no power. Only the unelected EU Commission does.
The peasants may complain but all for naught (until they dust off the guillotines).
EU parliament is a farce organization to begin with
the chanting to “send them back” is good to hear, except the people are probably too late to save their countries (at least UK, France, Belgium, Spain...)
lost causes, imho
No, that wasn’t my point. My point is that the politicians and officials are hiding behind “racism” (and being accused of it) as an excuse to ignore what is going on.
EU Parliament has plenty of power.
Look it up.
Prolly too late, the horse is out of the barn
Nope.
Yes, the European Parliament (EP) has real and substantial power, especially since the Lisbon Treaty (2009), though it's shared in a complex EU system and not unlimited like some national parliaments.
Key Powers of the European Parliament
Co-legislator on most EU laws: In the ordinary legislative procedure (formerly co-decision), the EP shares equal power with the Council of the EU (representing member state governments) to adopt, amend, or reject legislation proposed by the European Commission. This covers the vast majority of EU laws affecting citizens, such as internal market rules, environment, consumer protection, agriculture, transport, and more. Neither body can pass laws alone—both must agree on the final text.
Budgetary power: The EP has equal say with the Council on the EU’s annual and multi-annual budgets. It can influence spending priorities and has used this leverage in negotiations.
Oversight and accountability:
Approves (or rejects) the President of the European Commission and the full College of Commissioners (via hearings and investiture vote).
Can pass a motion of censure to force the entire Commission's resignation (a nuclear option, but it has forced resignations/resuffles historically, e.g., Santer Commission in 1999).
Scrutinizes the Commission's work, asks questions, sets up inquiries, and influences its work program.f5ee95
Other significant roles:
Consent required for international agreements (including trade deals), EU enlargements, and certain other matters (veto power here).
Influences foreign policy indirectly and can issue resolutions.
Directly elected by EU citizens every 5 years, giving it unique democratic legitimacy among EU institutions.6d6d7f
Limitations (Why Some Say It Lacks “Real” Power)
No right of initiative: Only the European Commission can formally propose new laws. The EP (and Council) can request proposals, but the Commission decides.
Special procedures: In sensitive areas like taxation, foreign/security policy, or parts of economic/monetary policy, the Council often has more say (consultation or consent procedures where the EP’s role is weaker).7521dc
Intergovernmental elements: The European Council (heads of state/government) sets overall strategic direction, and the Council of the EU can sometimes block or water down proposals. National governments retain vetoes in key sovereignty areas.
Implementation: The Commission and member states handle day-to-day execution; the EP’s influence here is more supervisory than direct.
Overall Assessment
The EP has evolved from a consultative assembly into a powerful co-legislator. It shapes laws impacting 450+ million people, controls parts of the budget, holds the executive accountable, and represents citizens directly—more influence than many critics acknowledge. However, the EU is a hybrid system balancing supranational (Commission/Parliament) and intergovernmental (Council/European Council) elements, so no single institution dominates completely.
In practice, the EP frequently amends or blocks proposals, negotiates trilogues (informal deals with Council and Commission), and sways outcomes. Its power is “real” but constrained by design to prevent any one body from running unchecked. For current examples, check recent votes on issues like migration, climate, or trade.
No more effective after the Henry Nowak murder by a Sikh and the subsequent mass protests.
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