Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez will hold two separate appearances before the Congress on July 9, 2025, addressing corruption allegations linked to the PSOE and the international agenda. This decision follows pressure from coalition partners and parliamentary groups demanding accountability. The Congress has arranged the sessions to keep discussions on corruption distinct from those on international matters. Meanwhile, the opposition People's Party (PP) has intensified its criticism of Sánchez and his government, particularly focusing on the 'Koldo case' and calls for the judicial impeachment of Minister Félix Bolaños. During the latest government control session in Congress, held without Sánchez's presence, PP representatives accused the government of corruption and undermining democracy, while government officials, including María Jesús Montero, defended the administration and emphasized respect for democratic norms. Former Prime Minister José María Aznar has also fueled controversy by suggesting electoral manipulation theories and aligning with rhetoric described as 'trumpist,' which the government condemned as an attack on democratic principles. The government spokesperson Pilar Alegría, along with ministers Sara Aagesen and Carlos Cuerpo, held a press conference following the Council of Ministers to discuss recent agreements and government positions on these issues.
Ofensiva contra el Gobierno en una última sesión de control en el Congreso, sin Pedro Sánchez. https://t.co/zplzATmsvk https://t.co/FM8xSRwVFi
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