New Spanish Citizens Spark Election Dispute
Spain has created a new law. It gives citizenship and voting rights to many people. This is causing problems before the elections.
The Spanish government passed a law affecting over 2.5 million people who are descendants of Spanish citizens. Opposition parties are against this law. They say it will affect the upcoming elections. The European Union is also concerned about a separate plan. The Socialist coalition wants to allow 1.3 million undocumented immigrants to become legal residents.
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Highlights
New Spanish Citizenship Law
Spain passed a law giving citizenship and voting rights to 2.5 million descendants.
Opposition Criticizes Law
Opposition parties criticize the new citizenship law.
EU Protests Immigration Plan
The EU is protesting the socialist coalition’s immigration plan.
Legalizing Undocumented Immigrants
The socialist coalition plans to legalize 1.3 million undocumented immigrants.
Controversy Ahead of Elections
The new law is causing controversy before the upcoming elections.