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The EU is a collection of different states with different values and priorities, any of which can propose legislation or recommendations. Many of the states and parties disagree with each other on diverse issues.
Y'know, like a democracy.
Chat control is a divisive idea and one that has never had majority support.
This isn't America where the gob-king just says "tarifs are 200% now!!" and people act like it's true.
Chat control never had majority support, indeed. Still, Chat Control Light is in effect right now. Not making the EU looks very democratic.