The PSOE is "convinced" that Montero will express her roles in Madrid despite the disaster of the previous one with Alegría
The PSOE continues to support Minister Montero despite a significant defeat experienced by former minister Alegría, who was seen as a critical leader within the party.
The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) is currently facing internal turmoil as it grapples with the fallout of significant electoral losses in Galicia and Aragón. In February 2024, party leader Pedro Sánchez acknowledged the challenges presented by these defeats and highlighted a broader issue of insufficient autonomous leadership within the party. His strategy includes positioning ministerial candidates as leading figures in various territories to regain political ground, though this has not yet shown substantial results.
The immediate aftermath of these losses has been marked by vocal dissent among party members, with calls for accountability and leadership change. Former minister Pilar Alegría's significant electoral defeat serves as a stark reminder of the party's struggles. Despite this setback, the PSOE remains adamant that Minister Montero will continue to play a key role in Madrid, potentially indicating their commitment to an established leadership in the face of challenges. This situation underscores not only the internal conflicts within the PSOE but also the party's ongoing efforts to stabilize ahead of future elections.
Such internal strife within the PSOE reflects broader tensions in Spanish politics, as the party looks to regroup and restore its standing amidst growing criticism and electoral challenges. The party's ability to navigate this difficult landscape will be crucial as it attempts to re-establish itself as a formidable force in both regional and national politics in the forthcoming electoral cycles.