The Vox leader, Santiago Abascal, attended the Valencian Parliament’s constitutional session on Monday, keeping a close eye on events as Llanos Massó from the far-right party took the presidency. While visiting Valencia, Abascal highlighted a government arrangement between the People’s Party and Vox in the Community as a constructive model for the whole country and for the central administration, describing the agreement as sensible and achievable. He suggested that it would satisfy supporters across PP, Vox, and even segments of the left, presenting the collaboration as a real opportunity during the lead-up to the July 23 general election.
Llanos Masso
The Vox national leader confirmed that Castellón’s Llanos Massó would serve as president of the Cortes, with votes from PP and Vox supporting the selection. Abascal extended congratulations to both the upcoming head of the Generalitat and the ruling party, including Carlos Mazon and Vicente Barrera, noted as the future vice-president and head of the Ministry of Culture, for the agreed terms announced on the 13th. He emphasized that the decision was logical and reasonable, expressing confidence that the public would view it as a solid step. It was suggested that Vox had faced harsh media characterization as part of the political process, which he argued did not reflect the party’s true aims.
The Vox leadership also underscored a commitment to core principles, describing a platform that prioritizes freedoms—especially linguistic freedoms—and parental rights in education, all under the banner of defending regional interests, agriculture, and industry. The intention, according to Massó, is to address the real concerns of citizens and to focus on practical issues that affect daily life. She reiterated a personal dedication to the cause, aiming to contribute fully to a government that reflects voters’ expectations.
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Massó, speaking for the party, affirmed that the overall hope rests in a government that upholds individual freedoms, language rights, and parental autonomy in education. She outlined the priorities for regional leadership, rural development, and industrial growth, stressing the need to safeguard “what is ours” while addressing the private concerns of residents. In the context of the upcoming election, she stated a commitment to protect citizens from policies she views as harmful, vowing to devote time and effort to the cause.
Pedro Sanchez
During the Valencia visit, Abascal criticized Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, accusing him of bearing responsibility for the release of many offenders and for allowing the entry of numerous individuals into the country. He framed Sánchez as a figure seen by some voters as closely tied to dangerous circumstances, and he argued that the current moment demands focus on the July 23 election and the potential shift away from the Moncloa Palace, which Abascal characterized as a risk to national safety.
Beyond the local situation, Abascal commented on national dynamics that affect Vox, including a letter from María Guardiola, the head of Extremadura’s PP, advocating respect, dialogue, and a programmatic accord with Vox in Extremadura. He described mutual respect as essential between the two electorally supported forces and urged a mutual understanding to advance the shared objectives of their voters.