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Portugal’s Center-Right Wins Election — But Faces Gridlock. Portugal’s center-right Democratic Alliance has won the most votes in Sunday’s snap election, securing 32% support and 89 seats in parliament. But it fell short of the 116 needed for a majority, setting the stage for political uncertainty. The far-right Chega party made historic gains, tying with the Socialist Party for second place at 58 seats each. Chega’s rise marks a dramatic shift in Portugal’s political landscape, growing from just one seat in 2019. Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has ruled out forming a coalition with Chega, meaning he may need Socialist support to govern. However, party leader Pedro Nuno Santos resigned after the Socialists’ worst result in decades, leaving their future stance unclear. With no deadline to form a government, Portugal could face months of political limbo.
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