Before President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey forced a do-over of the Istanbul election, the opposition leader Ekrem Imamoglu found evidence of wasteful spending by Mr. Erdogan’s allies, he said.
Tag: Elections, Mayors
In Istanbul Election Do-Over, Erdogan’s Opponents Unify
A day after the authorities annulled a result that embarrassed the president, several minor candidates withdrew to avoid splitting the vote.
Turkey Orders New Election for Istanbul Mayor, in Setback for Opposition
The electoral authorities’ decision annuls a devastating defeat for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his party, and raises the prospect of social unrest.
Erdogan’s Party Is Deeply Divided by Push to Redo Istanbul Election
Supporters and opponents alike warn that an annulment and new election has steep risks that could only compound the political fallout for the president.
Erdogan’s Party Demands New Vote in Istanbul After Losing Election
The Justice and Development Party apparently lost control of Turkey’s largest city, a blow to the power and prestige of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Erdogan Opponents Vow Rare Scrutiny of Istanbul’s Books
Losing Istanbul in Sunday’s election could cost Turkey’s president and his party. Opponents say they have warped the local economy through crony schemes.
Erdogan’s Party Plans to Challenge Election Losses in Istanbul and Ankara
The unofficial results of mayoral races in Turkey’s capital and main business city are a serious setback for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.