PP-Vox coalition governments spread across Spain as Abascal demands referendum

In four regional elections held in the first half of 2026, the right-wing bloc (PP and Vox) secured 57% of the vote against 37% for the left, leading to PP-Vox coalition governments in Extremadura, Aragón, Castilla y León, and Andalucía. Source: El Confidencial This uniform outcome marks a significant shift from the previous electoral landscape, where both blocs were nearly tied.

Coalition dynamics

• The PP and Vox have formed coalitions in multiple regions, with Vox obtaining key ministries such as Agriculture, Tourism, and 'Desregulación.' Source: ABC
• PP's national leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo has expressed a preference for solo government but stated that if needed, he will not exclude Vox, saying 'No se puede condenar al PP a gobernar solo si tiene mayoría absoluta.' Source: Infobae
• Vox leader Santiago Abascal has called for respect for their PP partners but warned they would leave governments if agreements are not fulfilled. Source: ABC

Abascal's referendum call

Santiago Abascal has demanded a referendum on immigration policies, including the regularization of immigrants and the so-called 'mass nationalizations' through the 'Ley de Nietos.' He argued that such decisions should be consulted via a binding vote under Article 92 of the Constitution. 'Las grandes decisiones exigen consentimiento,' he stated. Source: El Mundo

Electoral outlook

Analysts note a 'geological transformation' of the vote, with the right-wing bloc consolidating its lead. Source: El Confidencial The polarization is expected to intensify as the next general election approaches, with both the left and right seeking to mobilize their bases. The center is shrinking, and a scenario of a PP-Vox national government or a 'government Frankenstein' on the left seems plausible.