Spanish police search ruling Socialist party headquarters – Europe live
Summary
Spanish police searched the headquarters of Spain’s ruling Socialist Party in Madrid as part of an investigation into possible illegal financing. The party faces multiple legal challenges involving Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s family and former leaders, with trials and court summons planned soon.Key Facts
- Police searched the Socialist Party’s main office in Madrid to gather information about possible illegal money activities.
- Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s younger brother, David Sánchez, is going on trial for allegedly receiving a special government job in 2017.
- Sánchez’s wife, Begoña Gómez, has been summoned to court over accusations that she used her position to get sponsors for a university course and used public funds improperly.
- Both David Sánchez and Begoña Gómez deny any wrongdoing.
- The allegations were brought by Manos Limpias, a group with far-right links known for legal actions against political figures.
- Former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is under investigation related to a 2021 government bailout of the airline Plus Ultra.
- The investigation looks into whether the airline misused public money or laundered funds connected to Venezuela, with Zapatero accused of influence-peddling.
- Zapatero has denied any illegal actions and said he will cooperate fully with the investigation.
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