Corruption

Prosecutors seek to dismiss main case against Begoña Gómez
07. lokakuuta 2025 AI:n luoma kuva
Madrid's Provincial Prosecutor's Office requested the dismissal of the main investigation into Begoña Gómez, wife of President Pedro Sánchez, for alleged traffic of influences and other crimes, citing no penal indications. Gómez's defense also sought dismissal, arguing only traffic of influences could go to a popular jury. The hearing took place on October 6, 2025, before Judge Juan Carlos Peinado in Madrid.
Trial of David Rachline for illegal interest taking
David Rachline, RN mayor of Fréjus, is on trial in Paris for illegal interest taking in a case involving municipal contracts. The proceedings highlight issues of political ethics. A witness stated that 'ethics cannot be delegated'.
Political Scandal Rocks Ottawa
A major political scandal has erupted in Ottawa involving high-level government officials accused of corruption. Investigations are underway, with calls for resignations and potential legal actions. The revelations have shaken public trust in the administration.
Peinado points to Sánchez as cause of Gómez's alleged crimes
03. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI
Judge Juan Carlos Peinado has attributed to President Pedro Sánchez the fundamental responsibility for the alleged crimes of his wife, Begoña Gómez, according to a UCO report. Meanwhile, the Central Operative Unit has requested an investigation into the bank accounts of Javier Pardo de Vera and Víctor Herrero at the National Court. These developments are part of an ongoing probe into irregularities in public awards.
Cerdán received cash payments from PSOE despite control promises
07. lokakuuta 2025 Raportoinut AI
Santos Cerdán, PSOE's Organization Secretary, received 21 cash payments from the party between 2021 and 2024, even after promising to end the practice upon succeeding José Luis Ábalos. The Court of Auditors has been requesting limits on cash use in political parties for four years, a request that Cerdán delayed in Congress. These revelations emerge amid the Koldo case, involving corruption in the PSOE.