Socialist Party deputy Carlos Pereira stated that the State Budget (OE) currently provides the PS with “peace of mind for political peace.” He indicated the deal diminishes the ability of the Chega party to exert pressure or blackmail. Pereira suggests Chega is expressing discontent due to its limited influence regarding the budget. The statement implies the approved State Budget safeguards the governing Socialist Party from potential political maneuvering by the Chega party. He characterized Chega as being “afflicted” by their lack of substantial power in this budgetary matter. This development signals a strengthened position for the PS and a weakened one for Chega within the Portuguese political landscape. The budget agreement appears to have neutralized a potential source of political instability.