Election Results Finalized in Lisbon
The vote-counting process for the Lisbon City Council elections concluded this Friday, confirming the distribution of mandates as initially reported on Sunday night. According to the general counting assembly, Chega has secured two council seats, with Bruno Mascarenhas and Ana Simões Silva elected, while the CDU will have one seat, represented by João Ferreira.
Dispute Over the Outcome
Despite the official results, the PCP (Portuguese Communist Party) is not accepting the outcome as final. They are evaluating their options, which could include an appeal to the Constitutional Court. This move highlights the ongoing political tensions following the close election.
Background Context
This result reinforces the political shifts observed in recent local elections, with Chega gaining ground in Lisbon's municipal politics.
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