Hours before the US Presidential Elections, the Democrats warned voters that supporting Jill Stein, the US Green Party nominee, could inadvertently hand the presidency to Donald Trump.
On October 28, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) allocated roughly $500,000 for a last-minute campaign in swing states, urging voters not to back third-party candidates, including Stein and independent Cornel West.
Both Trump and the Democrats suggest that Stein's presence on the ballot could syphon critical votes from Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, potentially aiding Trump's path to victory.
Known for her progressive policies, Stein calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, ending arms sales to human rights violators, and halting US vetoes in the UN Security Council.
However, Green politicians across Europe have echoed concerns about Stein's impact on the election, releasing a statement on November 1 that urged her to withdraw and endorse Harris, reported Politico.
"The race for the White House is too close for comfort," read the statement from Green parties in countries like Germany, France, and Italy, calling Harris the only viable candidate to block Trump's return.
"We are committed to this campaign for the presidency and would never betray our legion of supporters...regardless of which anti-democratic person or group makes the suggestion," her team responded.