Feijóo vows to form government and oust Sánchez regardless of vote share
Alberto Núñez Feijóo said his top priority is removing Pedro Sánchez from power and will govern even if his party does not win the most seats.
Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the Partido Popular, reiterated that his primary goal is to see Pedro Sánchez leave the government after the upcoming 29-N vote, even if his own list is not the most voted. He avoided renewing his earlier promise to respect the “most-voted list” principle, instead promising to eliminate the Ministry of Equality, reform the euthanasia legislation and restrict abortions for 16- and 17-year-old girls without parental consent.
Feijóo affirmed his confidence that the PP will emerge as the largest force and said a coalition with Vox is possible, referencing prior pacts in Aragón, Extremadura, Castilla y León and Andalucía. He also hinted at negotiations with Vox over Senate candidacies, suggesting the right-wing party might forgo running in provinces where the PP expects few senators. The interview underscored his commitment to a “new political era” and his willingness to compromise on regional seats to secure a broader alliance.
Why it matters
The stance could shape Spain's post-election coalition dynamics and influence policy direction.
How the sides frame it
LOW AGREEMENTLeft-leaning coverage frames Feijóo as a confrontational figure seeking to oust Sánchez and spreads falsehoods about euthanasia, while centrist coverage presents his policy proposals and ministerial cuts in a neutral, descriptive manner.
LEFT
Left-leaning coverage portrays Feijóo as aggressively targeting Sánchez and labeling his euthanasia statements as deceptive.
CENTER
Centrist coverage describes Feijóo’s proposed reforms on abortion, euthanasia, and government restructuring without overt criticism.
The left emphasises
- Feijóo vows to oust Sánchez regardless of vote share
- His claims about doctors having a "secondary" role in euthanasia are called false
- He proposes restricting abortions for 16- and 17-year-old girls without parental consent
How this story developed
- Oct 19 Sánchez warns against PP-Vox coalition as Milei visits Madrid
- Oct 21 A closed‑door meeting between Ayuso and Milei was announced for Wednesday afternoon.
- Oct 22 Ayuso’s meeting with Milei was held at the Canal de Isabel II facilities and photographed, confirming the location.
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