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What just happened in Romania?

Accusations of foreign interference and covert illegal campaigns have so far been backed up with little evidence. That should concern everyone.
What just happened in Romania?
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IT'S MONDAY, AND THIS IS DIGITAL POLITICS. I'm Mark Scott, and as we count down the days until the end of 2024, this must be one of the best examples of a parent embarrassing their child I've ever seen. Kudos.

— Romania's constitutional court annulled the first round of the country's presidential election amid allegations of digital foreign interference and illegal tactics across social media. I remain skeptical such tactics skewed voter outcomes.

— Some new (and some old) faces are popping up in both Washington and Brussels to oversee digital policy over the next five years. Here are the people you should know about.

— Countries' digital ambitions are split between tech-focused government agencies and national leaders eager to stamp their mark. It's a recipe for disaster.

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