Tom Van Grieken

Tom Van Grieken is a Belgian politician and author who has served as the leader of the Vlaams Belang party since 2014. Born in Antwerp, he began his political career in youth organizations before being elected to the municipal council of Mortsel and later the Flemish Parliament. Under his leadership, the party has seen significant growth in public support, with Van Grieken advocating for Flemish independence and stricter migration policies. He is known for his efforts to professionalize the party's image and has authored several books on his political vision for Flanders.