New Probes Rock Political Landscape, Opposition Gains Ground
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Spain's political scene is grappling with fresh revelations as leaked audio recordings in the Leire Díez case suggest potential impropriety, while the National Court has initiated an investigation into a 15 million euro contract linked to the financing of the ruling PSOE party. These developments add to ongoing scrutiny of political figures and party finances.
Meanwhile, new public opinion polls indicate significant shifts, with 90% of Spaniards blaming Morocco for the Ceuta migrant crisis and a majority criticizing the government's handling. Nationally, the conservative People's Party and far-right Vox have for the first time collectively surpassed 50% of the vote, signaling a decline in support for the current left-wing coalition.
Amid these political and social pressures, the government has admitted challenges in accurately counting migrants in Ceuta, though it reports 4,000 repatriations since August 10th. Former President José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero is also preparing a statement to clarify the origin of his Saudi jewels, bringing another prominent figure into the judicial spotlight.