Miguel Tellado, the spokesperson for the Popular Parliamentary Group in the Congress of Deputies, stated on Monday that the Prime Minister should consider resigning due to ongoing corruption concerns involving himself and his government. This statement comes in light of Pedro Sánchez being summoned as a witness in a court investigation concerning potential irregularities linked to his wife, Begoña Gómez.
During his comments to the press, Tellado described the day as a “dark day for Sánchez and his administration.” He highlighted that Sánchez received a summons to appear in court regarding possible misconduct relating to his wife, who he noted is currently under investigation for corruption related to influence peddling.
Tellado mentioned that just last week, the Complutense University lodged complaints against Gómez for alleged conflicts of interest related to her role at the institution, pointing out that she holds a chair without possessing the necessary academic qualifications.
In light of these revelations, the Popular Party has demanded that the government stop offering excuses. They assert that the Prime Minister has a duty to testify and tell the truth in court, emphasizing that witnesses are obligated to be truthful.
The spokesperson expressed concern over Sánchez’s history of dishonesty, suggesting that he has been accustomed to misleading the public or frequently changing his mind. Tellado argued that the current situation is untenable, with the Prime Minister and his administration being cornered by accusations of corruption.
Never before has a Spanish Prime Minister faced such a serious legal predicament, which Tellado believes is undeserved for the country. He urged Sánchez to finally rectify the situation and step down from his position.
Ultimately, Tellado called for the Spanish citizens to have their say at the polls regarding what they desire for the future of their nation, advocating for a resolution to this troubling chapter in Spain’s democratic history. His remarks came after a visit to the Almaraz Nuclear Power Plant, where he spoke with the media about the ongoing events.
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