Spain’s PM dealt major blow as lawmakers reject bill on power cuts

Spanish lawmakers on Tuesday rejected a Socialist-led bill aimed at preventing repeat power cuts, dealing a major blow to Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. The government lost the vote 183-165 as far-right, far-left, and mainstream opposition parties united against it. The defeat underscores growing political challenges for Sanchez. 

Jul 23, 2025 - 17:01
Spain’s PM dealt major blow as lawmakers reject bill on power cuts
Spanish lawmakers on Tuesday rejected a Socialist-led bill aimed at preventing repeat power cuts, dealing a major blow to Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. The government lost the vote 183-165 as far-right, far-left, and mainstream opposition parties united against it. The defeat underscores growing political challenges for Sanchez.