"For the first time, immigration pays the costs of immigration"

The budget hearing primarily focused on immigration policies, with a heated exchange between PSD and Chega. Chega criticized the government's approach, claiming it favored immigrants over Portuguese citizens. Minister António Leitão Amaro countered that immigration costs are covered by immigrants themselves, emphasizing their contributions to social security. He defended the inclusion of immigrant children in social support, arguing it benefits integration. The debate also touched on funding for public media, with Amaro responding to accusations of underfunding RTP and Lusa, asserting that the current government is investing significantly in these institutions. He rejected claims of political interference in Lusa's management and defended the need for restructuring in public media.