Von der Leyen pushes Mercosur agreement knee-first despite prior decisions. Fast-track protective clauses voted Tuesday to enable quick ratification. Rejected 145 MEPs' ECJ referral via anonymous email. EPP led by German Weber submits fast-track request. Metsola blocks ECJ move after von der Leyen's call. Deal dubbed ''cows for cars'' favoring Germany. France demands safeguards for approval before December 20 vote. Protective clauses must become EU law first. Eurodeputy Hetman calls it scandal and standards breach. Limited time pressures rushed procedure. EPL wants no amendments, just yes/no vote. Von der Leyen aims to deliver signed deal to Brazil by December 20. France's buy-in essential to override opposition. Tuesday vote outcome uncertain amid uproar.