Ursula von der Leyen is a German politician and member of the Christian Democratic Union (CDU). Born on October 8, 1958, she has held various positions in the German government, including Minister of Defense. In December 2019, she became the first female President of the European Commission, the executive branch of the European Union (EU). As President of the European Commission, von der Leyen is responsible for proposing legislation, implementing decisions, and managing the EU's day-to-day operations. She focuses on key issues such as climate change, digital transformation, and strengthening the EU's global role.