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José Luís Carneiro comments on controversies surrounding Luís Neves

The Secretary-General of the PS, José Luís Carneiro, discusses the situation of the Minister of Internal Administration and possible legal implications.

21 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Secretary-General of the Socialist Party, José Luís Carneiro, addressed the controversy surrounding Luís Neves, the current Minister of Internal Administration. Carneiro emphasized the need to investigate whether there is a crime of embezzlement at play.

Carneiro dismissed the idea of calling for Luís Neves' resignation, although he acknowledged that the minister's situation may be weakened at this moment. His statement suggests a concern about the potential legal implications that may arise.

According to Carneiro, the Prime Minister is facing constant surprises related to the work of the Minister of Internal Administration. This observation indicates a climate of uncertainty surrounding the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Administration.

Furthermore, Carneiro stressed that the decision regarding the continuity of the government, as it stands, rests with Rio Montenegro.

The situation surrounding Luís Neves and Carneiro's comments reflect a growing attention to the actions and responsibilities of government members, particularly regarding any potential irregularities.

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