Moncloa sought to appoint José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero as Indra’s international adviser for Ibero-America. The plan was halted by independent directors, raising questions about political influence in major Spanish firms.
Spain’s basic lobbyist association is calling for swift action on a long-delayed law to regulate lobbying. The appeal follows the investigation of José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero for alleged influence peddling and has renewed debate over gaps in current oversight.
Prosecutors have presented basic evidence linking former Interior Minister Fernández Díaz and senior officials to the covert Kitchen operation. The trial examines how police targeted Bárcenas in an effort to obstruct the Gürtel case.
Mercedes González, head of the Guardia Civil, faces an investigation into alleged obstruction and misconduct. The case centers on secret meetings and internal probes, amid suspected pressure on anti-corruption investigators.
Leire Díez, under investigation in the PSOE 'cloacas' case, has filed a motion to annul the UCO’s seizure of her devices and agendas, including her phone and computer. Her legal team argues that the evidence was obtained without proper judicial authorization.
Spain’s Defence Ministry will not suspend Lieutenant General Manuel Llamas, the Guardia Civil’s number two, despite his status as an investigated party in the ‘caso Leire’. Legal advisers say there is insufficient evidence for disciplinary action.
Judicial probes involving the Guardia Civil and SEPI have reignited debate over political accountability in Spain. The handling of resignations and the presumption of innocence is under scrutiny as public trust faces new challenges.
Imanol Pradales has sharply criticized Madrid for failing to honor agreements with Euskadi. The Basque president warns that the Spanish legislature faces a critical moment. Budget delays and unresolved disputes raise the risk of political breakdown.
Antonio Maíllo calls for the left to quickly select a candidate and electoral brand. He rejects short-term alliances and sees the PSOE’s corruption scandals as an chance for a recovery. The debate is intensifying ahead of the 2027 elections.
A major investigation is targeting public sponsorships in Cádiz tied to a businessman accused of laundering drug money. Authorities seized €1.2 million in cash, while possible links to local officials remain under scrutiny. The case could expand further.
Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is standing by Mercedes González, director of the Guardia Civil, after she was summoned as a person under investigation over internal probes into leaks. The government says there is no evidence of wrongdoing and rules out resignations.
The Audiencia Nacional has sentenced Francisco Granados to prison for manipulating public contracts in Madrid and municipalities governed by the PP. The case shows how political influence shaped event spending over several years.
Spain’s State Legal Service has accused Jorge Fernández Díaz of overseeing the illegal Kitchen operation. The trial has examined allegations that public funds were used to silence Luis Bárcenas and shield the PP leadership.
Spain’s National Court has charged Mercedes González, head of the Guardia Civil, and her deputy in a case involving alleged attempts to undermine anti-corruption investigators. The move follows a request from Anticorruption prosecutors.
Spain’s State Legal Service will formally join the investigation into jewels found in José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero’s office. The move follows a judge’s offer to the Tax Agency to participate as a potential victim in a suspected tax fraud and smuggling case.
Junts’ Mònica Sales challenged Salvador Illa over the amnesty law in the Catalan Parliament, while their exchange also exposed disputes over Junts’ relationship with the PP. The debate kept Catalonia’s independence process in focus and raised questions about which parties deserve credit for the law.
Judge Pedraz has ordered two senior prosecutors to testify about meetings with figures linked to a suspected scheme targeting judicial probes. The case raises questions about contacts between the Fiscalía and individuals under scrutiny.
Catalan president Salvador Illa calls on the PP to drop legal actions against the amnesty law. Tensions rise in Parliament over corruption scandals and AP-7 road safety. Budget approval highlights divisions among left-wing allies.
Spain’s National Court has summoned SEPI president Belén Gualda and more than 20 others as suspects. The investigation centers on alleged irregularities in state-backed company rescues during the pandemic and could affect oversight of public funds.
A Madrid court has upheld the dismissal of the case against Hazte Oír over a banner calling Pedro Sánchez “corrupt.” Judges ruled that the banner constituted political criticism, not an insult. The decision highlights the limits of free speech in Spanish politics.
Spain’s anti-corruption prosecutors are maintaining their request for 15-year prison sentences for former minister Jorge Fernández Díaz and other senior officials in the ‘caso Kitchen’ trial. The court has dropped charges against two police officers.
Carmen Pano, a businesswoman involved in the Koldo case, told the National Court that she was offered money to change her testimony about delivering €90,000 in cash to PSOE headquarters. The case raises new questions about political interference.
María Gertrudis Alcázar, secretary to former Prime Minister Zapatero, declined to answer Senate questions about her alleged role in the Plus Ultra case. Her silence prompted sharp exchanges among senators and renewed scrutiny of PSOE support.
The PSOE is stepping up preparations for the 2027 municipal and regional elections. Internal criticism continues, while the party leadership presses for unity. Government measures and budget plans will shape the coming months.
Judicial documents link Zapatero to efforts to secure Plus Ultra’s €53 million rescue. Investigators say the airline demanded a guaranteed payout before technical reviews were complete, pointing to alleged political influence in the process.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso has criticized Spain's tax authorities for not investigating corruption cases linked to the PSOE. She is calling for objective fiscal inspections and has offered support to Venezuela following recent earthquakes.
The Supreme Court’s decision to suspend Víctor de Aldama’s prison sentence after his cooperation in the ‘caso Koldo’ has sparked debate. Critics question the leniency, while prosecutors defend the move as critical to exposing corruption.
Junts is urging Pedro Sánchez to resign, warning that his leadership risks handing power to the far right. The party says only a new PSOE candidate willing to meet Catalan demands can restore stability in Spain.
Pedro Sánchez avoided self-criticism at the PSOE Federal Committee, sidestepping judicial probes and recent electoral losses. He ruled out “super Sunday” elections but left the date of the general election unclear.
Spain is facing growing public distrust of its justice system. Experts cite controversial rulings and slow disciplinary action, alongside a growing sense of judicial corporatism. The debate has intensified as high-profile cases collide with political accusations.
Emiliano García-Page confronted Pedro Sánchez at the PSOE federal committee, criticizing the lack of self-criticism and raising concerns about public perceptions of corruption. His call for early elections sharpened the debate within the party.
Santiago Abascal has warned the PP that Vox may leave regional governments if coalition agreements are not strictly followed. The party has also unveiled a deregulation plan inspired by Argentina’s Milei, with proposals that could affect basic rules and public services.
Pedro Sánchez has set the stage for the 2027 elections, urging PSOE to move past corruption scandals. He defended Zapatero and his own family amid judicial scrutiny, setting a tense tone at the campaign’s start.
Spain's Supreme Court has upheld the prison sentence for Marcos Benavent in the 'caso Taula'. The ruling accepts secret recordings as basic evidence in a major corruption case involving PP officials.
Emiliano García-Page urges early national elections, describing this as the PSOE's most difficult period. Internal divisions and corruption scandals are increasing pressure on party leaders, while prominent regional figures are taking sharply different positions.
