Geert Wilders has rejected a motion to further elaborate on his ten-point asylum plan, stating his preference for immediate implementation. This comes after the downfall of the Schoof cabinet, triggered by disagreements over asylum policies.

Wilders expressed his frustration with the “dawdling” and emphasized his desire to return to campaign mode without restrictions. He aims to make asylum and migration the central theme of the upcoming campaign, incorporating his ten-point plan into the PVV election program.

The motion, proposed by Forum for Democracy leader Thierry Baudet, aimed to have the outgoing cabinet work on Wilders’ proposals. However, Wilders opposed the motion, fearing that further deliberation would lead to inaction.

Dilan Yesilgöz (VVD), Nicolien van Vroonhoven (NSC), and Caroline van der Plas (BBB) had previously expressed openness to Wilders’ asylum plans. Despite recognizing legal and practical objections, they did not want to appear as unwilling to cooperate on stricter asylum policies.

Wilders’ formidable reputation as a campaign figure remains strong. While other party leaders may be critical of his role in the cabinet’s collapse, they recognize his ability to mobilize voters on the issue of asylum and migration.

Other party leaders face the challenge of shifting the focus of the national conversation to other topics. While Wilders has lost elections in the past, his current drive for revenge over the cabinet’s demise makes him a formidable opponent.