The Spanish political landscape is experiencing turbulence as the general election on November 29th approaches. In Palencia, the PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers' Party) has been left without a candidate just 41 days before the election, following a decision by the party’s national headquarters, Ferraz, to replace the head of the list with a veteran deputy. This move has disrupted the pre-campaign period, which began after a weekend marked by setbacks for the left-wing coalition and a controversial incident involving a kiss. The situation in Palencia has become a focal point of Monday’s political discussion. The unexpected change in leadership raises questions about internal party dynamics and strategy. This development adds further complexity to an already charged election atmosphere in Spain. The intensity of the pre-election period is highlighted by this sudden shift in Palencia.