Congreso de los Diputados

The Congreso de los Diputados is Spain's lower house of parliament, serving as the primary legislative body. Recent news highlights its role in significant political debates and decisions. Notably, the Congress has twice rejected proposals to ban the burka and niqab, with the ruling PSOE and Sumar parties, along with Vox, opposing the initiative. The Constitutional Court has also censured the Congress's Mesa for an "abuse" of power, specifically for repeatedly extending deadlines for amendments to a pandemic law, which effectively blocked legislative progress. The institution is also a focal point for discussions on national policy, such as immigration, with President Sánchez addressing citizens from within the Congress regarding regularization efforts. Furthermore, the political composition of the Congress is frequently discussed, with reports indicating a right-wing majority despite a left-wing government, influencing votes on economic and fiscal matters. The Congress's legislative agenda also includes addressing energy policy, with plans to accelerate renewable energy implementation.