A new wave of political confrontation is unfolding in Spain: the Partido Popular (PP) has appealed to the Supreme Court, demanding a full report on the cash flow in the Partido Socialista Obrero Español (PSOE) treasury since 2017. The conservatives insist that all details of incoming and outgoing payments, including every transaction, be made available by the end of October, when the former financial manager of the party and an employee from the organizational department are due to appear in court.
The reason for such a strong request stems from suspicions related to cash payments that, according to the PP, may have been made to José Luis Ábalos and Koldo García. Attention was drawn to these operations by a report from the Central Operative Unit of the Civil Guard, noting discrepancies between documents provided by PSOE and actual payments. The materials also mention conversations discussing possible money handovers in envelopes directly at the party’s headquarters on Ferraz Street.
A judge has already summoned former party financial manager Mariano Moreno Pavón and staff member Celia Rodríguez Alonso to testify. The PP seeks access to all cash transaction details before their questioning to be able to ask the most specific questions possible and uncover any violations.
In addition, the party is demanding the internal reimbursement regulations in effect since 2017, as well as information on how long and in what form the PSOE stores its financial records. According to PP representatives, these details could shed light on the movement of funds within the party and potentially uncover new episodes related to cash payments.
This entire story could have a significant impact on the country’s political climate, as it concerns not only the transparency of party finances but also trust in Spain’s key political institutions.
