PSD, PS, and Chega have reached a breakthrough in negotiations for external parliamentary positions, resolving a long-standing deadlock regarding Constitutional Court judges and the Council of State, while securing key appointments for the Ombudsman and the Economic and Social Council.

São José Almeida analyzes the political dilemma facing the PSD regarding whether to pursue a constitutional consensus with the PS or align with the radical right-wing populism of Chega.

Chega MP Ricardo Reis claims political rivals fear constitutional reform, while critics warn such revisions could threaten post-1974 social protections and labour rights.

André Ventura, leader of Chega, has called for a constitutional revision to overcome what he describes as a blockade by the Constitutional Court, while accusing the PSD of being overly aligned with the Socialist Party. The PSD has dismissed these claims as a childish tantrum.

Former President Aníbal Cavaco Silva urges the current government to pursue structural reforms with firmness, while criticizing the PS for a lack of courage and Chega for a lack of credibility and preparation.

The Chega party has summoned the Governor of the Bank of Portugal to Parliament to provide explanations regarding the pension agreement reached with former governor Mário Centeno, which party leader André Ventura has labeled as immoral.

CDS-PP and Chega have introduced bills to restrict the display of flags on public buildings, proposing that only national, European Union, and official institutional flags be permitted.

The President of the Assembly of the Republic, José Pedro Aguiar-Branco, has rejected Chega's request for an urgent parliamentary debate on fuel, food, and taxes, citing that the party has already exhausted its allocated scheduling slots.

The Cascais PSD has officially handed over municipal portfolios to Chega, following a governance agreement approved by Chega's national leadership. The party, led by Ventura, will now oversee the portfolios for transparency and sports. In response, the Socialist Party (PS) has decided to return their portfolios in protest, marking a significant shift in the local political landscape.

In a powerful reflection, Manuel Alegre's poem highlights the dangers of political alliances with extremist groups. The article discusses the troubling actions of a Chega member who allegedly sought votes and protection from a group known for its Nazi and fascist ideology. It condemns the normalization of such alliances in politics, emphasizing the need to resist and stand against these ideologies in the name of equality and justice.

The article critiques Carlos Moedas for his political maneuvers, particularly his secretive agreement with the far-right party Chega, which contradicts his public image as a reformist. It highlights the lack of transparency in his dealings and the implications for his governance in Lisbon, emphasizing that he can no longer blame external factors for inaction. The piece calls for Moedas to focus on effective governance rather than personal political ambitions, as he now holds a majority that was not directly granted by the electorate.

This review examines Chega, the right-wing political party in Portugal led by Ventura, highlighting its unique position in the Portuguese political landscape.

The Government plans to submit a proposal for revising the labour law to Parliament despite lacking an agreement in the Social Concertation. This move raises questions about whether Chega will play a crucial role in facilitating the reform of the Labour Code, as the Government seeks support from opposition parties without an absolute majority.

The ultranationalist Chega party is gaining traction in Portugal by focusing on issues that were overlooked by the former prime minister and current president of the European Council, António Costa. Their campaign strategy highlights dissatisfaction with existing policies and aims to attract voters who feel unrepresented.

António José Seguro and André Ventura faced off in the only televised head‑to‑head before the 8 February presidential run‑off in a 75‑minute debate broadcast on SIC, TVI and RTP (live coverage by Expresso). Seguro sought to present himself as “presidential material”, condemning the state of healthcare as “unacceptable”, while Ventura adopted a party‑leader posture, attacked Seguro as a “kind of Queen of England” and tried to tie him to the PS legacy. Despite their contrasting styles, both candidates united in rejecting the Government’s labour law, highlighting policy faultlines and the choice voters face for a more demanding presidency.

CDS‑PP leader Nuno Melo reiterated that his party will not support any presidential candidates, rejecting António José Seguro's socialism and André Ventura's populism. Melo likened Ventura to Donald Trump and controversially described Chega's positions as comparable to socialism, urging voters to vote according to their conscience.

Chega-backed presidential candidate André Ventura appealed to Portuguese emigrants in Switzerland to participate in the second round, arguing that, for the first time in democratic history, their votes “will be decisive.” He framed the contest as an opportunity to “change the system,” accusing PSD, CDS and IL of colluding with Seguro in a “cosy arrangement of interests,” and urged emigrants to cast a decisive vote in the run-off.

The article analyses the surprise outcome of the first round of Portugal’s 2026 presidential election, won by António José Seguro and André Ventura, and the failure of many recent polls to foresee those results. It examines how polling published during the campaign understated late dynamics and argues that neither the standings nor vote shares point to a decisive ‘useful vote’ effect. The piece also reflects on the broader consequences for poll credibility and media narratives, warning that dismissing polls or candidates out of hand risks undermining both public understanding and the activity of polling itself.

The Portuguese Communist Party (PCP) has called for voters to back António José Seguro in the presidential run‑off to prevent far‑right candidate André Ventura winning, a tactical appeal rather than an endorsement of Seguro. Secretary‑General Jerónimo de Sousa (Raimundo) framed the move as a ‘‘determined and unhesitating’’ effort to defeat a ‘‘candidate of the past’’, noting Seguro’s ability to attract votes beyond the Socialist base — including former AD and IL supporters — while Ventura is making inroads in the north where AD once dominated. The PCP stressed the vote is a defensive measure ahead of the 8 February second round, rejecting the notion this is a simple left‑versus‑right clash given the absence of a left‑wing candidate.

André Ventura returned to the campaign trail in Sacavém after advancing to the second round, challenging António José Seguro to more debates and accusing him of preparing to avoid direct confrontations. Ventura said he was astonished that several right‑wing and establishment figures were endorsing Seguro — whom he claims is ‘running into the arms of the Socialist Party’ — but stressed that such endorsements do not matter to him and that only popular support counts.

At 18:00, the Chega party lodged a formal complaint reporting incidents of shots fired using prohibited weapons in Lisbon.