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Sánchez Calls Nov. 29 Elections After Housing Measures Rejected
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- Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called early elections for Nov. 29 after parliament rejected housing emergency measures.
- Tens of thousands marched in Madrid, Valencia and Barcelona.
- Police used tear gas and rubber bullets in Valencia.
- About 1,000 demonstrators camped in Madrid's Puerta del Sol after María del Carmen Abascal's Sept. 23 eviction.
- 26% of renters spend 40% of income on rent and utilities while state-owned rentals are under 2% of stock.