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Sánchez Prioritizes Power Over Coalition, Raising Concerns About Spanish Democracy

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez chose to reach an agreement with the smaller Junts party rather than the larger PP party to remain in power, highlighting a willingness to compromise democratic norms and potentially setting a dangerous precedent for the future of Spanish democracy.

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PP Senate Motion on Social Spending Overshadowed by Government-Junts Agreement

The Spanish Senate, controlled by the PP, passed a motion demanding immediate government action on pension increases, transport subsidies, and aid for Dana flood victims—measures the PP helped defeat in the Congress last week; however, a government agreement with Junts per Catalunya to restore the m...

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Sumar Defies Opposition, Resubmits Unchanged Omnibus Decree

Spain's Sumar party is defying the PP and Junts by resubmitting an unchanged omnibus decree including pension increases, transport discounts, and disaster relief, despite its prior failure due to votes from both opposition parties, escalating political tensions.

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Mazón's Credibility Crisis and Valencia's Uncertain Future

Carlos Mazón's presidency faces criticism after a university incident exposed his credibility issues, while the post-dana flooding response reveals a short-term focus overshadowing long-term planning, raising concerns about the Valencian Community's future.

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Sánchez Publicly Defends Minister Amidst Corruption Allegations

Following corruption allegations surrounding Ángel Víctor Torres, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez publicly defended him at the closing ceremony of the PSOE's regional congress in the Canary Islands on Sunday, calling Torres "an exemplary and unbeatable politician." Torres, who was recently reel...

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CCOO Challenges Madrid Public Employee Agreement

The Comisiones Obreras (CCOO) union in Madrid is challenging a new collective bargaining agreement signed by four unions, including one of its federations, with the Madrid regional government, which allocates €60 million for public employee improvements but contains clauses allowing the suspension o...

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Spanish Government Agrees to No-Confidence Debate, But Retains Final Decision

The Spanish government agreed to allow a parliamentary debate on a no-confidence motion demanded by Junts per Catalunya, following a breakdown in negotiations over a government decree; however, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez maintains the right to ultimately decide against submitting to the motion.

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Spain's Sixth Budget Extension Exacerbates Political Crisis and Delays Social Programs

Spain's government is operating under a sixth budget extension in a decade, affecting 12 million pensioners and delaying aid for flood victims in Valencia, while seven regions also lack approved budgets, creating uncertainty and political gridlock.

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Spanish Judge Rejects Attorney General's Request to Postpone Testimony in Leak Investigation

Supreme Court Judge Ángel Hurtado dismissed Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz's request to postpone his testimony concerning a suspected leak of confidential information related to a tax evasion case involving the partner of Madrid's president; the judge deemed the requested testimonies unnecessa...

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Spanish Parliament Rejects Key Social Protection Decree, Affecting Millions

The Spanish parliament's rejection of Royal Decree-Law 9/2024, a social protection measure, has immediately reduced the income of millions due to cuts in transport subsidies and pension revaluations, highlighting political gridlock.

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Spanish Government Seeks Support for Pension Increase After Omnibus Bill Rejection

The Spanish government faces a potential crisis after parliament rejected an omnibus bill including pension increases for 12 million retirees and public transport discounts, prompting efforts to secure support from Junts and the PP.

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ERC-Junts Rift: Public Disagreement Jeopardizes Catalan Unity

Disagreements between ERC and Junts per Catalunya over the Spanish government's social shield royal decrees erupted into public conflict, jeopardizing their fragile unity despite a recent attempt to present a united front. Accusations of blackmail and contrasting political strategies were exchanged,...

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