After navigating a pandemic, a cost-of-living crisis, and a major war in Europe, Ursula von der Leyen has secured approval for a second term as the president of the European Commission. Despite facing challenges from nationalist far-right movements, she garnered a comfortable majority vote, reflecting her ability to rally pro-European Union forces. While she has been criticized for micromanagement and controversial stances, she has also strengthened the EU's role in global crises and climate policies. With the potential for a second Trump administration and ongoing geopolitical tensions, von der Leyen's leadership will be crucial in navigating the EU's future. She has been instrumental in supporting Ukraine and could face challenges from a disrupted political landscape in Europe. Despite her successes, she has also faced criticism for overextending her office's powers, as evidenced by a recent ruling against the Commission. As she embarks on her second term, von der Leyen aims to keep Europe steady in a chaotic world and streamline its bureaucracies while bolstering its defense.