Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has consistently rejected calls for a snap general election, reaffirming plans to complete the legislative term through 2027 despite PSOE setbacks in recent regional votes in Extremadura, Aragón, and Andalusia. Ongoing corruption investigations and internal party strains have weakened the minority government's position, increasing reliance on Catalan parties such as Junts for budget approval and parliamentary stability. The prime minister retains authority to dissolve the Cortes Generales and trigger early elections, but historical patterns and current statements point to continuation absent a successful no-confidence motion or collapse of coalition support. Upcoming budget negotiations and any opposition maneuvers remain the primary near-term catalysts that could alter timelines.