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George Simion faces criticism from Călin Georgescu's supporters for not attending a protest at the Central Arrest after a rally in Parcul Izvor. Critics accuse him of abandoning his supporters, with some claiming he sent them home instead of joining them at the arrest location. Influencer Alexandru Zidaru criticized Simion for prioritizing his image over supporting his followers. Other voices echoed similar sentiments, suggesting that AUR's leadership used the protest for electoral gain rather than genuine support for Georgescu. Political analyst Cristian Pîrvulescu noted that while Simion has mobilized discontent, it does not necessarily translate into street protests. AUR claimed around 15,000 attended the initial rally, framing it as a defense of democracy and free speech.