Spain housing protests led by Tenant Union spark political unease

Protests led by the Sindicato de Inquilinas (Tenant Union) have spread across various Spanish cities, driven by growing frustration over the housing crisis. The movement has adopted a stance of disdain for institutional politics, using slogans such as “the time of politicians is over; it is the time of the street.”

Protesters are targeting rentiers, speculators, and vulture funds, while also criticizing the government for failing to implement effective rent price limits or prevent evictions. This movement has caused unease within left-wing political parties, including the PSOE and Sumar, as the protesters hold all political actors responsible for the current situation. The demonstrations also include calls for a general strike, creating a challenging landscape for major labor unions and governing coalitions.