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Cristian Tudor Popescu discusses the growing influence of Claudiu Manda within PSD, highlighting a shift in power dynamics. He notes Manda's recent warnings to ministers about performance expectations, suggesting a stronger presence of the Craiova group. Popescu also criticizes the opulence displayed at Alfred Simonis's son's baptism, arguing it reflects the party's disconnect from the public's struggles. Manda has set clear deadlines for ministers, emphasizing accountability and the party's expectations, warning that failure to meet these could result in losing their positions by Christmas.