Madrid admits migrant transfer in Ceuta political storm.
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Security forces are actively transferring migrants from Ceuta's beaches to a newly established camp in the port, a process marked by tension and police intervention. This comes as the Spanish National Court lifted a veto on port plots deemed suitable for migrant management, intensifying the ongoing crisis in the autonomous city. The European Parliament has publicly attributed responsibility for the situation to Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, while Ceuta's Mayor-President Juan Jesús Vivas is preparing to appear before the Audiencia Nacional to present communications sent to the central government prior to the mass migrant entries.
In Madrid, the regional government led by Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid, faces renewed scrutiny after admitting that an apartment in question was purchased to house regional authorities, directly contradicting previous statements. This admission follows reports that disproved the government's earlier claims, deepening a controversy surrounding the property.
Further judicial and political developments include a document from the Electoral Census reportedly admitting nationality registration without proof of residency, and evidence related to the Bárcenas corruption case against former Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy returning to court. The government is also attempting to salvage the 'Law of Grandchildren' through an amendment to an education norm.