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Spain’s Governing Bloc Frays as Junts Hardens Stance and Podemos Moves to Sink Catalonia Immigration Bill

The government’s agenda is now constrained by partner demands and street-level polarization, increasing the risk of legislative gridlock.

Overview

  • After failed talks in Brussels, Junts warned of a looming “new cycle” and refused to discuss state budgets until Catalan gains on EU language status and an immigration transfer advance.
  • Podemos confirmed it will vote against Junts’ proposal on Tuesday to delegate immigration powers to the Generalitat, a move that would block the bill for now.
  • PP secretary general Miguel Tellado accused the government of fueling street agitation, called the La Vuelta disruptions a rehearsal, and pressed the case over failures in anti‑abuse monitoring bracelets.
  • PSOE heavyweight María Jesús Montero sharpened party messaging around Gaza, using the word “genocide” and challenging Andalusian leader Juanma Moreno to adopt the term.
  • ERC is holding out for a tailored financing deal for Catalonia, and election speculation is growing with Castilla y León floated for 15 March, underscoring dim prospects for budgets and major laws.