Following the election, a single-party Catholic government was formed with Jean Duvieusart as Prime Minister, who oversaw the return of King Leopold III, but who was quickly succeeded by Joseph Pholien as Prime Minister, following strikes and protests due to Leopold's return, which ultimately led to his abdication.
After the election, a single-party Catholic government was established with Jean Duvieusart at its helm, who facilitated King Leopold III's return; however, this move was met with resistance, resulting in Pholien taking over as Prime Minister and ultimately forcing Leopold to step down.