Pedro Sánchez’s minority coalition government lost parliamentary support for emergency housing decrees in early October 2026, prompting him to dissolve parliament and call a snap general election for November 29. The move followed nationwide protests over rising rents and evictions, a summer migrant surge into Ceuta, and ongoing corruption investigations tied to his Socialist Party circle. Opposition parties, led by the Popular Party with potential Vox backing, lead most polls and would likely form the next government if results hold. Sánchez has framed the vote as a referendum on progressive policies versus conservative rollback, but his fragile parliamentary arithmetic and lack of a budget since 2023 have limited legislative options. The election timeline and seat distribution will determine whether he continues as prime minister or steps down once a new majority is confirmed.