Juanma Moreno, president of the Andalusian regional government and leader of the People's Party (PP), suggested a repeat election as a fallback option.
The proposal emerged during negotiations in Genoa, Italy, following the regional elections held May 17, 2026 [1]. The move highlights the tension within the PP as it seeks to govern Andalusia without relying on a coalition with the right-wing party Vox.
Moreno said he considered the possibility of new elections if his party failed to secure an agreement to govern. This strategy was designed to avoid a forced partnership with Vox, particularly in scenarios where the PP did not reach the 55 seats required for an absolute majority [2]. However, reports indicate the suggestion was poorly received by party officials during the talks in Genoa [3].
Despite the initial proposal, Moreno later said that he would not pursue a repeat election. He said the result of the May 17 vote was "contundente," or decisive [1]. This shift in position suggests a move toward establishing a government in solitude, explicitly excluding Vox from the regional administration [1].
The internal friction over these negotiations was evident. Santiago Martínez-Vares said, "Su estilo moriría en el mismo instante que firme ese papel" [3]. The disagreement over the Genoa proposal underscores the difficulty of balancing regional stability with party identity.
While some analysis previously listed a repeat election as a viable outcome if an absolute majority was not achieved [2], Moreno's most recent announcements prioritize a direct path to governance based on the existing electoral results [1].
“"El resultado del 17M es contundente"”
This political maneuvering reflects a broader effort by the People's Party to distance itself from Vox to appeal to a more moderate electorate. By floating the idea of a repeat election, Moreno tested the party's resolve and the viability of an absolute majority before ultimately deciding to govern alone, signaling a strategic pivot in how the PP manages right-wing alliances in Spain.
