In a shocking announcement, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has revealed that he is considering resignation from his position due to a corruption complaint against his wife Begoña Gómez. The socialist politician made the announcement on Wednesday via X (formerly Twitter) and canceled all of his public appointments for a few days to reflect on his decision. Sánchez plans to make a final announcement on Monday.
In a letter to the public, Sánchez expressed the need for him to pause and consider whether it is worth continuing in his role as Prime Minister, given the political challenges he faces from the right and right-wing extremists. The organization “Manos Limpias” filed a corruption complaint against Gómez in a Madrid court, accusing her of exploiting her role as the wife of the Prime Minister for personal gain. However, the court did not provide any further details about the case.
Members of the conservative opposition party PP have dismissed Sánchez’s resignation idea as a political stunt aimed at portraying himself as a victim while trying to retain power at all costs. Meanwhile, the Socialist Party (PSOE) has shown solidarity with Sánchez, acknowledging that this decision weighs heavily on the future of their government.
Sánchez and Gómez have been married since 2006 and have two daughters. Gómez is a marketing expert who has worked for various institutions but does not hold any public office. This situation has sparked controversy in Spain, with both support and criticism coming from different political factions.
The corruption allegations against Gómez have put immense pressure on Sánchez’s government, with many questioning whether it can survive this scandal. If Sánchez decides to resign, it could lead to early elections in Spain and potentially bring an end to his time as Prime Minister.
As Spain waits for Sánchez’s final decision on Monday, tensions continue to mount between different political factions over this controversial issue.