Chega in local government: Smile, you've been fooled again and you knew it

Party defections to secure council positions, scandals, scandalous appointments, and chaos among councillors. None of this is surprising for the party that promised to end cronyism and disorder, but it serves as a launchpad for those who couldn't find positions elsewhere. It is unlikely that their voters are unaware of this. However, it is not a vote of demand, but a vote of resignation.