Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, von der Leyen said it would be “reasonable” to create the post, should she secure a second term at the helm of the EU institution after June’s European elections. (source)

Resolves YES if the next commission after the election in June has a dedicated defense commissioner post. It may be a different literal title as long as it can be traced to the current proposal.

Resolves NO if no such role is established.

Close date might be extended.