75 members of the Riigikogu have supported Ülle Madis for president. Initially there were 74 supporters, but on Monday Andres Metsoja from Isamaa joined them.
Eesti 200, Isamaa, the Reform Party and the Social Democrats, along with some individual MPs, submitted Ülle Madis's name for president on Monday at 11 am. Many MPs signed their support for her.
Some members of Isamaa and SDE did not give their signatures. Andres Metsoja gave his signature only on Monday morning. He said he had no doubts about his decision.
EKRE is not happy with Madis's candidacy. They say it violates the law. EKRE wants the electoral commission not to accept Madis as a candidate. If the commission does so, EKRE threatens with legal action.
Other parties see no problem with Madis's candidacy. Some lawyers say the law does not prohibit Madis from running.
Ülle Madis is the first candidate in the presidential elections. The Riigikogu will elect the president on September 2. At least 68 MPs' support is needed.