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A significant corruption scandal has emerged with allegations that Start Campus paid a law firm 637,000 euros over two years for allegedly drafting tailored laws. The Public Prosecutor's Office indicates that an indicted lawyer provided a favorable opinion for the Sines data megacenter on a diploma they helped prepare. This development is linked to the broader "Operation Influencer" investigation, which former Minister of Infrastructure João Galamba, now a consultant, stated he was questioned about, revealing no inquiries were made regarding lithium or hydrogen, subjects for which he was previously monitored. In Lisbon, Mayor Carlos Moedas has ordered the removal of a protest encampment from Rossio Square to facilitate the installation of a Christmas market, a decision based on an assessment by the Public Security Police (PSP). This comes as a separate report highlights a housing project costing over 73 million euros that has yet to deliver accessible housing units. Meanwhile, Minister of State and Finance Joaquim Miranda Sarmento has rejected proposals from opposition parties during discussions concerning the State Budget. In other news, the national football team's head coach, Jorge Jesus, admitted he had intended to call up Cristiano Ronaldo, who recently retired from international football, but conceded to rushing his exit from the team without prior discussion. On a positive note, gasoline prices are expected to drop below two euros per liter.

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A new corruption scandal has surfaced, alleging that Start Campus paid a law firm 637,000 euros for allegedly drafting tailored laws, with the Public Prosecutor's Office noting an indicted lawyer's favorable opinion on a diploma they helped create. This is part of the ongoing "Operation Influencer" investigation, which former Minister of Infrastructure João Galamba stated he was questioned about, emphasizing that no questions were raised about lithium or hydrogen, areas he was previously…

Público: Start Campus paid 637,000 euros to law firm that allegedly drafted tailored laws

Start Campus paid 637,000 euros to the Morais Leitão law firm in less than two years. The Public Prosecutor's Office states that an indicted lawyer gave a favorable opinion for the Sines data megacenter on a diploma they helped draft.

Público: Galamba: 'I will use all means to hold accountable those who made my life hell'

Former minister João Galamba states he was questioned once about Operation Influencer and reveals no questions were asked about lithium or hydrogen, subjects for which the Public Ministry monitored him for four years.

Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas has issued an order for the removal of a protest encampment in Rossio Square to make way for a Christmas market. The decision for the relocation was made following an assessment by the Public Security Police (PSP).

Diário de Notícias: Carlos Moedas orders removal of Rossio encampment for Christmas market

Following a PSP assessment, the mayor has ordered a protest encampment in Rossio square to relocate to Largo S. Domingos, Praça Martim Moniz, or Restauradores to make way for a Christmas market.

Observador: Moedas Decided Eviction Based on PSP's Opinion

Lisbon Mayor Carlos Moedas decided to evict a camp based on an opinion from the PSP (Public Security Police).

During ongoing discussions concerning the State Budget, Minister of State and Finance Joaquim Miranda Sarmento has rejected various proposals put forth by opposition parties.

Observador: Miranda Sarmento Denies Opposition Parties in State Budget Discussions

In discussions concerning the State Budget, Miranda Sarmento has rejected proposals from various opposition parties.

A housing project that has already incurred costs exceeding 73 million euros has yet to provide any accessible housing units for residents.

Público: Project costing over 73 million euros still lacks accessible housing

A project that has already cost more than 73 million euros has not yet delivered accessible housing units for people to live in.

Portugal's national team coach, Jorge Jesus, revealed he had planned to include Cristiano Ronaldo in the upcoming squad but admitted to accelerating Ronaldo's departure from the team without prior communication. Ronaldo recently announced his retirement from international football.

Observador: Jesus Was Going to Call Up CR7 But Admits to 'Rushing' His Exit

The national team coach, Jorge Jesus, planned to include Cristiano Ronaldo in the upcoming squad but admitted to accelerating his departure from the team, having not spoken to Ronaldo before his exit.

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