The Latest: Romania says it too may see EU sanctions for law
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — The Latest on EU action against Poland (all times local):
4:30 p.m.
Romania's president says the European Union, after triggering proceedings against Poland for its justice system overhaul, may do so against Romania as well due to its own legal system changes that have sparked widespread protests.
President Klaus Iohannis says Wednesday there was "an obvious risk" that the EU could activate article 7 against Romania," if current proposals become law.
He spoke after the EU's executive arm initiated proceedings against Poland over it contentious overhaul of its justice system, which could lead to unprecedented sanctions but will likely end as only a warning.