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Portugal's PM Faces Confidence Vote Loss, Early Elections Loom

3/12/2025

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Portugal's Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has faced a significant setback, losing a confidence vote that has toppled his conservative minority government. Amidst troubling allegations of conflict of interest tied to his family business, Montenegro is contemplating calling for elections on May 11 or 18. This turmoil marks the country's third early election since 2022, following a series of corruption scandals.

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Portugal's Prime Minister Luís Montenegro has faced a significant setback, losing a confidence vote that has toppled his conservative minority government. Amidst troubling allegations of conflict of interest tied to his family business, Montenegro is contemplating calling for elections on May 11 or 18. This turmoil marks the country's third early election since 2022, following a series of corruption scandals.