Former independent candidate in the presidential elections, Călin Georgescu, announced on Monday evening that he is withdrawing from politics.
„The elections for the position of President of Romania in 2025 have ended. Along with them, I have chosen to end my active involvement in the political process, considering that this phase of the sovereignist movement has ended. This choice is a personal one and does not imply any judgment on those who continue to support this cause.
I choose to be a passive observer. It is not a resignation, but a responsible choice (...) I focus my attention and energy on my family, which needs peace, but above all, health, after this tumultuous period," stated Călin Georgescu on Realitatea Plus.
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However, the former candidate said he might get involved in public life again.
"I choose to remain outside any party structure. I am not a member of any political party, I am not politically affiliated. I choose to maintain a neutral position. I do not wish to hold any position in the Romanian state in the current situation. I have no intention of taking over the leadership of any party, I am not creating a political platform, and I do not intend to establish a party.
My only loyalty remains to the Romanian people whom I love and will always respect. I choose not to participate in current or future political debates. However, if I see that the rights of those who have chosen differently are violated, I will get involved again with a clear voice to defend the principles of democracy and freedom. Let our collective choice be the path of wisdom, peace, and social tranquility," stated Călin Georgescu.
Călin Georgescu won the first round of the presidential elections on November 24, 2024, but the election was annulled by the Constitutional Court based on evidence presented by various services within the CSAT.