Nils Ušakovs, the prominent member of the ‘Saskaņa’ party, has announced his departure from the party's board, stating that he must concentrate on his responsibilities as the chief rapporteur for the European Union's 2027 budget. Despite stepping down from the board, Ušakov has assured that he remains a member of the party and has no intention of leaving it.

In his explanation to the media, Ušakov emphasized that there are no hidden motives behind his decision to resign from the board. He had previously refrained from commenting on the ongoing transformation within the ‘Saskaņa’ party, even when questioned about his future involvement with the party. His absence from the party's congress was due to the significant responsibilities entrusted to him by his colleagues in the European Parliament, particularly regarding the EU budget discussions.

Ušakov elaborated that his current focus is on the budget guidelines for the EU's next multiannual financial framework covering 2028 to 2034, indicating that he is deeply involved in this complex process. He mentioned that he will be entirely preoccupied with EU budget matters in the coming days and throughout the year, highlighting the importance of his role in shaping the financial future of the Union. This development signals a significant shift within the party and underscores the high level of responsibilities and expectations placed on Ušakov in his European role.