The Spanish government has decided not to present the 2025 national budget, citing a lack of parliamentary support.

This marks the second consecutive year of relying on extended budgets from 2023, a move criticized as unconstitutional by legal experts.

The opposition argues that the government is bypassing its constitutional duty, which mandates presenting a budget annually.

Justice Minister Félix Bolaños defended the decision, emphasizing the legal provision for budget extensions.

However, critics warn that prolonged reliance on outdated budgets undermines democratic processes and could lead to legal challenges.

The government insists it is avoiding a symbolic defeat in Congress, but the debate raises concerns about political accountability and governance.