Pedro Sánchez’s Former Right-Hand Man Goes on Trial Javier Villamor April 7, 2026 José Luis Ábalos’ corruption trial deepens the pressure on a government already surrounded by investigations.
Spanish Socialists Suffer Heavy Defeat in Extremadura TEC News / AFP December 22, 2025 The result strengthens the conservatives’ role in regional power-sharing—adding to the pressure on Spain’s minority government ahead of a string of key elections in 2026.
L’Espresso Pays Tribute to Pedro Sánchez’s Corruption Itxu Díaz December 16, 2025 While Spaniards count down the collapse of Sánchez’s unpopular, corruption-ridden government, a magazine has crowned him Person of the Year 2025.
Top Spanish Socialist Detained in Corruption Scandal TEC News / AFP June 30, 2025 A key ally of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez was arrested over alleged kickbacks linked to public contracts.
Spanish Government Mired in COVID Corruption Scandal Carlos Perona Calvete February 27, 2024 Repression and fear provided an opportunity for higher-ups in Spain’s Socialist Party to rob the taxpayer of his money as well as his freedom.
