Spanish Court Orders Trial for Begoña Gómez in Corruption Probe

The court’s decision mandates that Gómez appear before officials twice a month, intensifying the legal pressure surrounding the Socialist administration. Far-right groups initiated the case, which stands as a central element in a broader series of investigations targeting the prime minister’s inner circle. While Sánchez himself faces no formal charges, he contends that these legal challenges constitute a coordinated campaign to force him from office.

Beyond this specific case, the government faces mounting scrutiny as other high-ranking allies encounter similar probes. Investigations currently examine alleged kickbacks linked to public infrastructure projects, pandemic-era mask procurement, and energy contracts. Simultaneously, the High Court has opened an inquiry into former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero regarding accusations of a lobbying network profiting from government influence. All involved parties have rejected the allegations of wrongdoing.