# Sánchez Under Fire Over Corruption Scandal

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Podcast: [Europe News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now](https://stenobird.com/podcast/europe-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7498547)
Published: 2026-06-22T18:54:13+00:00
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Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is under mounting pressure after his former transport minister, José Luis Ábalos, received a 24-year prison sentence for orchestrating pandemic contract fraud, bribery, and criminal conspiracy — a scandal that also landed his advisor Koldo García with a 19-year sentence. Once a key ally who helped Sánchez rise to power, Ábalos now symbolizes the corruption gripping the Socialist Party, forcing Sánchez to navigate a crisis as opposition demands his resignation — though no immediate votes are forthcoming. The fallout deepens with a suspended sentence for businessman Victor de Aldama, who cooperated with prosecutors and allegedly funneled money to the party, sparking internal criticism. Despite official denials and vows to combat corruption, Sánchez’s government faces a credibility crisis amid ongoing investigations and raids on party premises. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/20c917353ebdf261

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