The wife of Spanish President Pedro Sánchez, Begoña Gómez, to be tried for corruption
Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spanish government president Pedro Sánchez, must face justice on accusations of corruption. The court has also imposed a ban preventing her from leaving the country.
The wife of Spanish President Pedro Sánchez, Begoña Gómez, to be tried for corruption
Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spanish government president Pedro Sánchez, must face justice on accusations of corruption. The court has also imposed a ban preventing her from leaving the country, according to YLE.
The authorities suspect that Gómez exploited her position as the spouse of the head of government to benefit her own business interests. She flatly denies all charges.
Sánchez himself is not being investigated for any crimes. However, his close circle faces various criminal charges. The left-wing leader claims this is an orchestrated campaign by the right-wing opposition to force his removal from office.
The case has generated considerable media attention in Spain and raises questions about political influence in the business dealings of the president's family circle.
Source: YLE Uutiset