Extremadura's president calls early elections to seek stability

Extremadura's regional president, María Guardiola, has called for early elections on December 21, 2025, citing the need for parliamentary stability and to pass budgets. Guardiola's decision aims to consolidate a political shift and potentially secure a PP absolute majority, contrasting with past early elections that yielded mixed results for leaders. The move places the PSOE candidate in a judicial process and forces other parties into a quick campaign, while Extremadura's volatile voting history adds uncertainty.