The Chega leader, André Ventura, publicly questioned whether there are Government members with holdings in REN (Rede Eléctrica Nacional), raising suspicions about potential conflicts of interest. This issue arose in the context of a broader debate on the country's energy and fiscal policy.
During the same political confrontation, Ventura again insisted on lowering the VAT on fuels, a measure the party has been advocating as a way to ease the cost of living for Portuguese citizens. This position has been one of Chega's flags in its interventions in parliament.
The debate between Ventura and the Socialist José Luís Carneiro became tense, with the two politicians exchanging accusations. Ventura directly accused José Luís Carneiro of lying, in a verbal confrontation moment that marked the plenary session.
José Luís Carneiro, a figure from the Socialist Party, countered Ventura's criticisms, defending the Government's position and rejecting the accusations made by the Chega leader. The incident reflects the usual political tension between the two parties in parliamentary discussions.
