Portugal's parliament rejects far-right censure motion against minority government

Portugal's parliament has defeated a censure motion introduced by the far-right Chega party against the minority Democratic Alliance government following more than three hours of debate.

The proposal, targeting controversies involving the Minister of Internal Administration, failed after the ruling coalition voted against it while the main opposition Socialist Party abstained. Government officials criticized Chega for forcing a vote on a measure destined to fail. Minister of the Presidency António Leitão Amaro stated that citizens would render a political judgment on Chega's parliamentary tactics, while reaffirming that the executive continues to govern without relying on a preferential partner in parliament.

Sources: Diário de Notícias (DN), Expresso, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)