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Scandals Threaten Sánchez as Extremadura Election Approaches

12/21/2025

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez faces a Sunday election in Extremadura amid scandals affecting his Socialist Party.
Polls show the conservative Popular Party (PP) is likely to retain power.
Allegations against Sánchez's inner circle, including his wife and brother, have damaged the party's reputation.
The PP's leader has called for Sánchez's resignation.

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez faces a Sunday election in Extremadura amid scandals affecting his Socialist Party.
Polls show the conservative Popular Party (PP) is likely to retain power.
Allegations against Sánchez's inner circle, including his wife and brother, have damaged the party's reputation.
The PP's leader has called for Sánchez's resignation.