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Óscar López pushes for super Sunday election showdown in Madrid
Óscar López is urging Pedro Sánchez to synchronize Spain’s general, regional, and municipal elections in Madrid on a single day. The plan aims to boost left-wing turnout but faces resistance from key PSOE figures worried about backlash against Sánchez.
Pedro Sánchez kicks off PSOE’s 2027 campaign in Getafe
Pedro Sánchez picked Getafe to launch the PSOE’s candidates for the 2027 municipal and regional elections. The event aims to fire up supporters and set the pace for Madrid’s next political cycle.
Madrid protest exposes rift between PP and Vox over Sánchez accusations
A mass demonstration in central Madrid saw thousands demand early elections and an investigation into Pedro Sánchez for alleged betrayal. The event, intended as a show of unity, instead highlighted deep divisions between PP and Vox over how far to escalate their opposition.
PSOE Sent Secret Audio Payments Through Its Own Campaign Agency
Investigators found that PSOE used its campaign agency to pay for audios about Pedro Sánchez’s father-in-law. The deal involved a little-known media outlet and raised questions inside the agency about the money involved.
Morocco records its highest election abstention in two decades
Morocco recorded 61.98% abstention in its legislative elections, with only 38.02% of registered voters casting ballots. The result exposes a wide gap between the registered electorate and the broader population entitled to vote.
Morocco posts its lowest legislative turnout in two decades
Only 38.02% of Morocco's registered voters took part in the legislative election. A Tangier arrest and an investigation into a ballot box added pressure on election officials.
Morocco votes under the shadow of the Ceuta border crisis
Morocco votes on 23 September as Spain keeps watch on the Ceuta and Melilla borders. Rabat is under pressure after the July crisis and new calls to cross have appeared on social media.
Morocco tightens the Ceuta border before the legislative vote
Security forces have reinforced the area around Castillejos before Morocco's vote. Spain's embassy has rejected online claims about automatic entry rights, while Ceuta continues to process hundreds of migrant minors.
Alejandra Hernández presses Page to act on national deputies
Alejandra Hernández has called on Emiliano García-Page to stop what she calls political games and put his eight national deputies at Spain’s disposal. The PP accuses Page of double standards and demands action now.
Socialist mayors break ranks over Ceuta crisis
The Ceuta crisis has triggered a rare public split within Spain’s ruling PSOE. Local socialist leaders are now openly defying Pedro Sánchez, exposing deep fractures ahead of next year’s elections.
Berlin election tightens as housing crisis and far right gains reshape city politics
Berlin heads into a tense regional election. The housing shortage could put La Izquierda in power for the first time, while AfD’s rapid rise adds new pressure to a divided city.
US war spending on Iran triggers new crisis for Trump before elections
The US has spent nearly 40 billion dollars on the war with Iran. Missile reserves are running low and inflation is rising. Trump’s claims of victory clash with mounting costs and voter frustration.
Madrid sees record surge in overseas voter registrations
Madrid's overseas electoral census is expanding at twice the national rate, fueled by new Spanish citizens choosing the region under the Democratic Memory Law. This shift is reshaping the landscape of external voter participation and highlights Madrid's unique position in Spain's evolving migration dynamics.
Supreme Court Faces Pressure Over Voting Rights for Spanish Exiles
Justice Minister Félix Bolaños demands urgent action from the Supreme Court on the CERA suspension. The dispute could affect voting rights for 400000 Spaniards abroad. Political accusations intensify ahead of the 2027 elections.
US Supreme Court blocks Trump plan to restrict mail voting
The US Supreme Court has stopped Donald Trump’s attempt to limit mail-in voting. The decision preserves access to postal ballots just weeks before the midterm elections. Only two conservative justices opposed the move.
US Supreme Court Blocks Trump’s Push to Limit Mail Voting
The US Supreme Court has rejected Donald Trump’s attempt to restrict mail-in voting. The move averts major disruption just weeks before Americans vote for Congress. The ruling exposes deep divisions over election rules and political strategy.
Socialists accuse opposition of exploiting Ceuta migrant crisis for political gain
The PSOE leadership claims the PP is using Ceuta’s migrant crisis for electoral advantage. Government efforts to restore order face resistance from regional authorities. Tensions rise as thousands remain stranded in the city.
PSOE loses ground as Ceuta crisis boosts Vox in latest CIS poll
The Ceuta crisis has sharply reduced PSOE’s lead over PP. Vox emerges as the biggest winner in the latest CIS poll. Podemos narrows the gap with Sumar as left-wing alliances shift.
Supreme Court halts voting rights for new Spanish citizens abroad
Spain’s Supreme Court has suspended the right to vote for hundreds of thousands who gained citizenship through the 2022 memory law. The decision targets new entries in the overseas electoral roll and leaves their political rights in limbo.
Supreme Court suspends voting rights for thousands under grandchild law
Spain’s Supreme Court has suspended voting rights for thousands who gained citizenship under the ‘ley de nietos’. The decision, citing fears of electoral fraud, has sparked rare internal conflict among top judges.
Irene Montero calls for open primaries to lead Spain's left
Irene Montero has announced her bid to lead Spain's left in the next general election, calling for open primaries that include all citizens, not just party members. Her move comes as progressive parties face internal divisions and uncertainty.
Irene Montero launches bid to lead Spain's left coalition
Irene Montero will formally launch her campaign to head a left-wing coalition in Spain’s next general election. Podemos is calling for unity among alternative parties as others remain without a clear candidate.
Spanish right intensifies election fraud accusations after Supreme Court halts new citizens' voting rights
The Supreme Court's suspension of voting rights for new citizens has reignited fierce accusations from PP and Vox, who claim the government is engineering the electoral process. The dispute now centers on the integrity of Spain's voting system.
Ayuso moves to block Madrid electoral roll expansion over nationality law
Madrid’s president is taking legal steps to restrict the inclusion of new overseas voters who gained Spanish nationality through the Law of Grandchildren. The move targets changes in the electoral roll and aims to limit voting rights to those with direct Madrid ties.
Irene Montero enters race for prime minister with focus on housing and wages
Podemos officially nominates Irene Montero for Spain’s top office. Her platform centers on rent controls, a 35-hour workweek, and a minimum wage of 1800 euros. The party’s alliances remain unresolved as the left faces fragmentation.
Supreme Court halts voting rights for new citizens under 'law of grandchildren'
Spain’s Supreme Court has suspended voting rights for people naturalized under the law of grandchildren, citing a surge in overseas voter registrations and concerns about election integrity. The decision affects thousands and has sparked legal and political debate.
PSOE leadership blocks primary challenge in Jaén mayoral race
The PSOE’s top brass in Andalusia has intervened to prevent primaries in Jaén, the region’s only socialist-led capital. The move secures Julio Millán’s candidacy and signals a tightening grip on local party control.
García-Page Accuses Sánchez of Yielding to Junts and Bildu Demands
Emiliano García-Page has sharply escalated his criticism of Pedro Sánchez, accusing the prime minister of bowing to the demands of Junts and EH Bildu. The rift exposes deep divisions within the PSOE ahead of key elections.
Sánchez confronts Supreme Court over voting rights for new citizens
The government faces criticism after the Supreme Court suspended voting rights for new citizens under the 'ley de nietos'. Sánchez blames the right for undermining democracy and calls for a quick resolution.
Sánchez pushes back against Moroccan influence accusations in Congress
Pedro Sánchez was pressed by Feijóo and Abascal over alleged Moroccan sway in Spanish policy. He denied any foreign control and confirmed elections for 2027. The debate exposed sharp divisions over Ceuta, education, and national sovereignty.
Supreme Court halts voting rights for descendants of exiles under new law
Spain's Supreme Court has suspended voting rights for those granted nationality under the 'ley de nietos'. The government rejects the decision. Political parties clash over the move's impact on upcoming elections.
Supreme Court Suspends Voting Rights for New Citizens Under Grandchildren Law
Spain’s Supreme Court has frozen the voting rights of new citizens registered under the so-called grandchildren law. The decision blocks their inclusion in the electoral roll until legal appeals are resolved. The move affects thousands of recent applicants.
Supreme Court Blocks Automatic Voting Rights for New Citizens Under Grandchildren Law
Spain’s Supreme Court has suspended automatic voter registration for those gaining citizenship via the Ley de Memoria Democrática. Only applicants with consular proof of exile descent remain eligible. The decision follows legal action by Vox and Iustitia Europa.
Sara Oviedo withdraws from PSOE mayoral race in Leganés
Sara Oviedo Vallés has stepped back from the PSOE primaries in Leganés. Her exit leaves Miguel Recuenco unopposed for the mayoral candidacy. The move exposes deep fractures within the local party leadership.
Spanish Far Right Cheers AfD Gains, Deepening Ties with German Nationalists
Vox and Aliança Catalana have publicly celebrated the AfD’s victory in Saxony-Anhalt. Their support signals a new phase of far-right cooperation across Europe. The Spanish left and mainstream parties now face renewed pressure to respond.
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