Romanian politician Sorin Grindeanu has called for the resignation of Social Democratic Party (PSD) members from the government to clarify political alignments. He also informed PSD members that the party would not enter a governing coalition with the Alliance for the Union of Romanians (AUR), stating that a no-confidence motion is their only shared action.

Seven Social Democratic Party (PSD) ministers are set to resign from the Romanian government led by Ilie Bolojan, with the party planning to file a no-confidence motion. Bolojan has presented his priorities to Nicușor Dan and is working on proposals for replacement ministers.

Portugal's Left Bloc (BE) has criticized the Social Democratic Party (PSD) for supporting candidates from the Chega party, arguing it degrades democracy and warning of a 'shadow minister' from Chega.

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) is reportedly facing internal pressure regarding its role in government and its relationship with Ilie Bolojan, potentially leading to a political crisis.

Sorin Grindeanu, leader of Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD), has launched a new attack on the government, stating he is not interested in the Prime Minister position and that the country needs change.

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) is reportedly considering withdrawing from the government due to disagreements over austerity measures and funding for local barons.

Alberto Arons de Carvalho, a founding member of Portugal's Socialist Party (PS), believes there should be 'consequences,' such as impacts on state budgets, if the Social Democratic Party (PSD) chooses Chega over PS for an agreement on the Constitutional Court.

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) announced it will vote in favor of a no-confidence motion against Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu, leading to a new coalition scandal.

Sorin Grindeanu, leader of Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD), announced that the party's National Standing Bureau would meet to decide on an internal consultation regarding a potential withdrawal from the government following the adoption of the 2026 state budget.

The Social Democratic Party (PSD) has requested Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan to urgently approve the initiative by Agriculture Minister Florin Barbu to directly exempt farmers from paying excise duty and VAT on diesel used in agriculture.

The Romanian government is scheduled to convene a meeting at 6:00 PM to adopt the state budget law for 2026, amidst criticism and announced modifications from the Social Democratic Party (PSD).

Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL) accused the Social Democratic Party (PSD) of attempting to rewrite political reality and transfer responsibility for delayed reforms, stating that PSD did not propose funding sources for their solidarity measures.

Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL) is distancing itself from the Social Democratic Party (PSD), accusing them of secretly introducing an amendment that negatively impacts over 5 million Romanians.

Tensions rise in the Romanian coalition as the Social Democratic Party (PSD) officially warns the National Liberal Party (PNL) that its support for the Bolojan government depends on the 2026 budget.

Despite withdrawing all its ministers from the government to send a political signal, Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) has retained key political appointees, including state secretaries, prefects, and sub-prefects, in their positions.

Sorin Grindeanu, leader of Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD), has acknowledged that his party is experiencing an electoral problem, with a portion of its voters migrating to the AUR party.

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) is facing online ridicule for its "Moment of Truth" internal referendum campaign, scheduled for April 20, which could potentially lead to the party's withdrawal from the government.

The National Liberal Party (PNL) in Argeș, Romania, is calling for the resignation of Marius Nicolaescu, the Social Democratic Party (PSD) Vice-President of the Argeș County Council, who has been indicted by the National Anticorruption Directorate for alleged illegalities in overpriced house purchases.

Portugal's Finance Minister and the Social Democratic Party (PSD) have engaged in a partisan battle over economic forecasts. This dispute is seen as a political maneuver targeting the Finance Minister, Centeno.

Buzău Mayor Constantin Toma reacted to being called a "Bolojenist" by Grindeanu, asserting that the Social Democratic Party (PSD) faces a grim future if it aligns with Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan.

Sorin Grindeanu has told Ciprian Ciucu, first vice-president of the National Liberal Party (PNL), to refrain from dictating decisions to the Social Democratic Party (PSD), emphasizing that PSD organizes internally without external input.

A Romanian commentary piece critically examines the Social Democratic Party (PSD), using the metaphor of jesters who dared to speak truth to power, implying the party may be acting out of fear.

The Portuguese political party Chega is insisting on its right to appoint a judge to the Constitutional Court and is advocating for the Liberal Initiative (IL) to join an agreement with the Social Democratic Party (PSD).

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) has submitted several amendments to the 2026 state budget law project, following internal coalition disagreements, claiming to have found funding sources for pension aid.

An INSCOP opinion poll indicates that 55.7% of Romanians believe the Social Democratic Party (PSD) should leave the government, while 37.3% think it should remain.

Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL) responded to accusations from the Social Democratic Party (PSD) regarding a budget negotiation blockade, urging the PSD to offer solutions for stability and reforms.

The leadership of Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) met to discuss their demands for the 2026 budget, including more social aid, ahead of coalition negotiations.

Ciprian Ciucu, first vice-president of the National Liberal Party (PNL) and Mayor of Bucharest, believes that dissociating PNL from the Social Democratic Party (PSD) is 'existential' for the liberals, though he acknowledges not all party members are convinced.

Petrișor Peiu, leader of the AUR senators, stated on Digi24 that informal discussions have taken place between AUR parliamentarians and those from the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and National Liberal Party (PNL), emphasizing that official negotiations can only occur after elections.

Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL) held an extended meeting to discuss future political decisions, amidst strong opposition from Emil Boc to any potential reconciliation with the Social Democratic Party (PSD). Boc vehemently questioned the idea of such an alliance, stating that "constitutionally, things are simple."

Ilie Bolojan has accused Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) of 'fleeing responsibility' and 'double-dealing' regarding measures to reduce the budget deficit, comparing their behavior to the era of former leader Liviu Dragnea.

The election of a new Ombudsman in Portugal is at risk due to internal resistance within the Socialist Party (PS) and Social Democratic Party (PSD) parliamentary benches, despite an agreement between the parties on the former Secretary of State's nomination.

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) is analyzing scenarios, including the withdrawal of its ministers, ahead of an April 20 consultation on the future of the government led by Bolojan.

Romanian liberal MEP Virgil Popescu stated that the National Liberal Party (PNL) would not accept the Social Democratic Party (PSD) changing the Prime Minister, suggesting a potential coalition breakup.

The President of Romania has summoned the leader of the Social Democratic Party (PSD) for discussions amidst ongoing political instability.

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) is analyzing scenarios for potentially withdrawing from the government and replacing Ilie Bolojan, with the Dâmbovița organization now voting for a government without Bolojan and USR.

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) is scheduled to establish a calendar on Monday for internal consultations regarding a potential withdrawal from the governing coalition.

Former leader of Romania's National Liberal Party (PNL), Crin Antonescu, launched virulent attacks against USR, calling it a 'parasitic formation,' and sent a message to the Social Democratic Party (PSD).

Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) is reportedly forcing the departure of Liberal Party (PNL) leader Ilie Bolojan and the USR party from the government, with a leadership meeting scheduled to decide on the budget vote. PSD leaders indicate the meeting may be a formality, signaling an imminent political shift.

USR President Dominic Fritz stated that the Social Democratic Party (PSD) demands full funding for its social aid package without specifying the source of the money. He criticized PSD's 'all or nothing' approach to the social proposals.

The Social Democratic Party (PSD) accuses Ilie Bolojan of an 'inflexible and defiant attitude' that caused a new blockage in the governing coalition, allegedly by not including sufficient funds for PSD's requested support measures, investments, and local authorities in the budget.

Leaders of Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) are meeting ahead of a coalition leaders' gathering. Discussions are expected to cover the 2026 budget and internal consultations, against a backdrop of threats directed at Bolojan and USR.