The Secretary-General of the Portuguese Socialist Party (PS), José Luís Carneiro, has dismissed suggestions of any agreement between his party and the Chega – a far-right political party – regarding the rejection of the Labor Reform bill. Carneiro characterized the notion of an alliance as “ridiculous.” The statement comes after speculation arose concerning the vote’s outcome, with some alleging a tacit understanding between the PS and Chega to block the reform. The Labor Reform bill was ultimately defeated in parliament. Carneiro’s comments aim to distance the Socialist Party from the far-right and clarify their position on the failed legislation. He insists the PS acted independently in opposing the proposed reforms. The rejection of the Labor Reform has sparked political debate within Portugal.