espana6 Nov, 09:23general

How Donald Trump could influence Spain’s 29 November general election

Donald Trump and the wider MAGA movement could affect Spain’s general election campaign through political messaging, immigration debates and social media activity, according to an analysis by The Local Spain.

The article examines how Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and the PSOE could use the Republican defeat in the US midterms to mobilise progressive voters and frame the 29 November election as a contest against the advance of the far right. Other left-wing parties could use the same argument.

Immigration, particularly the situation around Ceuta, is another possible channel of influence. Statements from Trump and members of his administration about Spain’s borders could reinforce the positions of the Partido Popular and Vox.

The analysis also points to Trump’s large online following, conservative influencer networks, misinformation and AI-generated content as possible factors during the campaign. Trump has previously praised Vox leader Santiago Abascal, while Vox maintains links with the wider MAGA movement.

Based on reporting by The Local Spain.

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