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

Portugal's parliament has defeated a motion of censure brought by the far-right Chega party against the governing minority Democratic Alliance coalition.

The motion, introduced following recent controversies involving the Minister of Internal Administration, failed after a three-hour debate. Lawmakers from the ruling coalition voted against the measure, while the main opposition Socialist Party abstained, ensuring the motion's defeat.

During the session, Minister of the Presidency António Leitão Amaro criticized Chega for pursuing a doomed initiative, stating the electorate would pass a "political judgment" on the party's parliamentary behavior. He reiterated that the government continues to govern without a permanent preferred legislative partner.

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