Spanish PM's socialist party on notice after historic defeat in stronghold
The Socialist party of Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has faced significant electoral defeats, particularly in the region of Andalusia. This latest loss raises concerns about the potential for a nationwide electoral wipeout in the upcoming general election. The conservative People's Party has gained power in Andalusia but will rely on the far-right party Vox to govern.
- ▪The Socialists won only 28 seats in Andalusia's 109-seat regional parliament, a historical low for the party.
- ▪This defeat marks the fourth consecutive loss for the Socialists in regional elections across Spain.
- ▪The People's Party secured 53 seats but fell short of an outright majority, needing Vox's support to govern.
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Spanish PM's socialist party on notice after historic defeat in stronghold Topic:World PoliticsTue 19 May 2026 at 1:40amTue 19 May 2026 at 1:40amTue 19 May 2026 at 1:40amThe Socialist party of Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has suffered multiple electoral setbacks in recent months. (Reuters: Marcelo del Pozo)In short:Voters in the region of Andalusia have sent the ruling Spain's Socialists yet another warning, adding to concerns Pedro Sanchez's government could suffer an electoral wipeout in a nationwide vote.It is the fourth resounding defeat suffered by the Socialists in recent regional elections, with a national election expected sometime next year.The conservative People's Party now hold power in the region, but will need the far right to govern.
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