Ludovic Orban, president of Forța Dreptei, has publicly requested that President Nicușor Dan refrain from nominating Sorin Grindeanu as prime minister. Orban argues that granting the Social Democratic Party (PSD) a third opportunity to govern would be a significant error. He bases this assertion on the PSD’s demonstrated inability to secure a parliamentary majority. Orban believes that another mandate for the PSD is unwarranted given their previous failures to establish stable governance. The statement represents a direct appeal to the President to consider the political realities and avoid repeating past mistakes. This intervention highlights ongoing tensions and strategic positioning within Romanian politics as the country navigates potential government formations. Orban’s party is positioning itself as an opposition force to the PSD.