André Ventura

André Ventura is the leader of the far-right Chega (Enough) party in Portugal. He is a populist figure who has been described as part of Europe's rising nationalist tide. Ventura is newsworthy due to his recent participation in the Portuguese presidential election. While he was ultimately defeated by the center-left candidate António José Seguro in a runoff election, Ventura still managed to secure a record share of the vote for a far-right candidate in Portugal. His presence in the runoff, after a fragmented first round, highlights the growing support for nationalist and far-right ideologies within Portugal. Ventura's political activities and alliances extend beyond Portugal, as he was recently seen in Budapest alongside other figures from the global far-right, supporting Viktor Orbán.