“With this youth, we have managed to surpass many parties that have been here for many years,” stated José Cardoso during an interview.
According to provisional results released by the Ministry of Internal Administration, the PLS secured 6,336 votes (0.11%) in their first election participation.
The PLS was officially recognized by the Constitutional Court on March 11 and was founded by José Cardoso, a former member of IL who ran for the party leadership in 2023, obtaining 4.3% of the votes compared to Rui Rocha’s 51.7% and Carla Castro’s 44%.
“We are pleased with the result and eager to work harder for the next elections,” he emphasized.
With all votes counted, the Secretary-General of the Ministry of Internal Administration (SGMAI) results declared victory for AD with 89 seats, followed by PS and Chega, each with 58 seats. Four seats for expatriates remain to be decided.
