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Spain’s Lower House Calls for Sanchez Resignation, 177-171 Vote

6/26/2026

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The Spanish lower house approved a non-binding resolution calling for Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s resignation, passing 177-171.
Only Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez can decide whether to trigger a confidence vote.
Justice Minister Felix Bolaños said the resolution is symbolic and has zero political effect.
The resolution was backed by the People’s Party, Vox and Junts after their October 2025 withdrawal of support.

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The Spanish lower house approved a non-binding resolution calling for Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s resignation, passing 177-171.
Only Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez can decide whether to trigger a confidence vote.
Justice Minister Felix Bolaños said the resolution is symbolic and has zero political effect.
The resolution was backed by the People’s Party, Vox and Junts after their October 2025 withdrawal of support.