Political Showdown: Mortágua vs. Melo on Housing and NATO Control

Political Clash in Portugal

In a heated debate, Nuno Melo from the PSD/CDS coalition (AD) faced off against Joana Mortágua from the Left Bloc (BE). Mortágua criticized the AD's policies, linking them to a "venturização" approach, particularly concerning immigration and security. Despite her criticisms, she acknowledged the "montenegrização" proposed by the Prime Minister, labeling it as a "disaster" in housing and health policies.

Melo, defending the AD, struck back by accusing the BE of salazarism for proposing rent ceilings to tackle housing issues, a measure reminiscent of the Estado Novo era. This exchange highlights the ongoing ideological battle in Portuguese politics, reflecting deep divisions over economic and social policies.