Juan Latorre, the top leader of the PSOE in Jaén, acknowledged a bittersweet feeling last night following the Andalusian elections. On one hand, he highlighted that Jaén has consolidated its position as the Andalusian province with the highest percentage of support for the PSOE, exceeding 27%, and an increase of nearly 7,000 votes compared to 2022. However, he admitted to feeling 'disappointed' at not achieving the expected outcomes.

Despite the disappointment, Latorre emphasized that projections, including those from election day itself, had predicted only 3 seats for the PSOE in the province, but they ultimately secured 4. He underscored the balanced composition of the new socialist representation, with 'two men and two women who will fight tooth and nail to defend this province'.

The socialist leader also pointed out the significant voter turnout in Jaén, which ranked as the second Andalusian province with over 68% of the electorate, a figure he described as 'significant' and placing it almost on par with Córdoba. He expressed gratitude for the support of over 92,000 people who voted for the PSOE, as well as the efforts of the 2,000 poll watchers and representatives, the candidate list, and the party members throughout the electoral campaign.

In his analysis of the broader Andalusian context, Latorre stated that 'the right-wing wave in Andalusia has been stopped,' noting that the PP and Vox bloc has lost parliamentarians who have shifted to the left-wing bloc. Nevertheless, he voiced concern over the resulting political scenario, warning that the loss of the PP's absolute majority could lead Andalusia into a 'very worrying' situation with the potential entry of the far-right into the regional government. He assured that the PSOE would remain 'vigilant' against any regression in rights and freedoms.