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Politico Anti-Award 2025: von der Leyen and Sarkozy

von der Leyen for the book, Sarkozy for the fight against tariffs

Ursula von der Leyen, the head of the European Union, and former French President Nicolas Sarkozy received the 2025 anti-award from Politico. Von der Leyen was recognized for publishing a book about her three-week stay in prison, while Sarkozy was cited for attempting to resist American tariffs on goods from the EU.

Context

Politico's anti-awards are given annually for notable achievements or efforts, in contrast to traditional awards.

Summary:

von der Leyen and Sarkozy received Politico's anti-award for a book on imprisonment and fighting tariffs.