Why wouter Is Trending Today?

Wouter Koolmees, former D66 minister and current NS topman, has been officially appointed as the verkenner, or explorer, tasked with forming a new cabinet. This appointment has been met with mixed reactions, with some economists expressing confusion and NS personnel questioning the signal it sends. Koolmees, who has experience with complex formations, is expected to aim for a broad majority in the House of Representatives. Geert Wilders has acknowledged D66's victory and the formation process can now begin.