David Sánchez, the brother of Spain’s Prime Minister, presented his position in court regarding the controversial appointment in the Badajoz provincial administration. In his statement, he categorically rejected all allegations related to alleged irregularities in obtaining the position, and questioned the legality of using electronic correspondence seized during the investigation.
At the heart of the case are the circumstances under which Sánchez assumed the role of conservatory coordinator in Badajoz in 2017. Investigators believe the appointment process lacked transparency and was accompanied by administrative violations. Alongside David Sánchez, ten other individuals—including prominent regional politicians—will also stand trial. They are accused of abusing their official positions and influencing decision-making.
The defense insists all procedures complied with current regulations and that Sánchez had no involvement in any illegal activities. His lawyers are demanding that all emails be excluded from the case materials, arguing that they were obtained in violation of the defendants’ rights. They claim the seizure was not properly authorized and infringes on fundamental legal guarantees.
The trial has not yet started — the hearing date is still pending. Meanwhile, the defense is preparing a list of witnesses and experts who are expected to confirm the legality of Sánchez’s appointment. Among them are former administration officials and specialists familiar with hiring procedures. At the same time, the prosecution insists that electronic correspondence proves the existence of collusion and personal gain resulting from the hiring.
Influence and new revelations
The case files include episodes related not only to the actual appointment, but also to subsequent changes in job conditions. Investigators claim that Sánchez exploited his official position to gain special privileges and facilitated the hiring of an acquaintance who previously worked at the prime minister’s residence. The defense rejects these accusations, stressing that all decisions were made within the framework of the law.
The scandal surrounding this case has sparked widespread public debate, as it raises questions not only about transparency in government but also about the possible influence of high-ranking officials on hiring processes. The upcoming trial is expected to become one of the region’s most discussed events in the near future.
