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Editorial: El Mundo

Oct. 2, 2026

  • The Government suffered a legislative defeat which signals a sterile legislature.
  • The PSOE is isolated, and the legislature is collapsing with a weakened government.
  • Two housing decrees were defeated, reducing the Government's legitimacy.
  • The absence of a solid parliamentary majority has been noticeable since 2023.
  • The Government has handled housing reforms in a hasty and populist manner.
  • Sánchez's total defeat on the housing reforms is a significant setback for the president.
  • There is widespread support within the PSOE for early elections.
  • President Sánchez is considering bringing forward electoral proceedings.

Conclusion: The total defeat on housing reforms suggests that Spain is ungovernable under the current Government and supports the need for early elections.