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Massive Madrid Protests Erupt Over Sánchez's Corruption Scandal

12/1/2025

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Thousands protested in Madrid on November 30, 2025, organized by the Popular Party (PP) against Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's government.
The demonstration followed the remand of former socialist minister José Luis Ábalos and advisor Koldo García in a corruption investigation related to pandemic mask contracts.
PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo accused Sánchez of systemic corruption, as the investigation, known as the 'Koldo case,' expanded to include bribery and influence peddling allegations.
The political tension in Spain heightened with separate legal issues facing Sánchez's wife and brother.

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Thousands protested in Madrid on November 30, 2025, organized by the Popular Party (PP) against Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's government.
The demonstration followed the remand of former socialist minister José Luis Ábalos and advisor Koldo García in a corruption investigation related to pandemic mask contracts.
PP leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo accused Sánchez of systemic corruption, as the investigation, known as the 'Koldo case,' expanded to include bribery and influence peddling allegations.
The political tension in Spain heightened with separate legal issues facing Sánchez's wife and brother.