
Pedro Sánchez’s Former Right-Hand Man Goes on Trial
José Luis Ábalos’ corruption trial deepens the pressure on a government already surrounded by investigations.

José Luis Ábalos’ corruption trial deepens the pressure on a government already surrounded by investigations.

The comparatively minor corruption charges against the conservative former PM are widely viewed as having been orchestrated by the popular politician’s opponents.

According to opposition party CHP’s vice pesident, Murat Bakn, several senior officials were among those detained.