Carles Puigdemont and his party, Junts, have intensified pressure on Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez by demanding he face a parliamentary vote of confidence.

This move comes as part of ongoing negotiations over the national budget and unresolved issues like the transfer of immigration powers to Catalonia.

While the legal advisors of Congress see no legal barriers to debating Junts' proposal, the government has dismissed the demand, emphasizing that such a vote can only be initiated by the Prime Minister himself.

Sánchez’s administration views the demand as a political maneuver tied to budget negotiations, aiming to secure concessions.

Despite the tension, the government remains focused on passing the budget to ensure stability until 2027. The outcome of this standoff could significantly impact Sánchez’s legislative agenda and his relationship with Junts.