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A potential pardon for the former prosecutor general has drawn the indignation of the judiciary, who view the move as contempt for the legal process. The row coincides with an investigation into the 'cloacas'—the state's alleged secret services—and their attempts to destabilize a case involving the Prime Minister's brother. The government is also attempting to assemble a 'popular front' in the Senate to block reforms from the People’s Party, while left-wing rivals Podemos and Frente Amplio discuss a pact to enhance their electoral prospects. Meanwhile, a general strike is being organized to address a housing crisis that many fear has reached the point of social explosion. The Supreme Court intends to finalize the amnesty for Carles Puigdemont before the November 29 election campaign begins, regardless of what the polls say. In the courts, a judge has summoned an executive over a mask-contract bribe allegedly involving the partner of Madrid’s regional president.

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The judiciary is expressing indignation over a potential pardon by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez for former Prosecutor General Álvaro García Ortiz, who resigned in 2025 after being found guilty by the Supreme Court. This development coincides with an ongoing investigation into alleged 'cloacas' operations aimed at destabilizing a case involving David Sánchez, with indications of coercion and influence trafficking within the PSOE party and alarms raised over a lack of measures against these…

El Confidencial: Judiciary Outraged by Sánchez's Possible Pardon for Ex-Prosecutor General

The judiciary expresses indignation over a potential pardon by Sánchez for the ex-prosecutor general, stating it shows contempt for everyone.

20minutos: Investigation into 'Cloacas' Operation Against Judge in David Sánchez Case

An investigation is underway into the extent of alleged operations by 'cloacas' (secret services) to destabilize the case against David Sánchez's brother, which involved an disqualified magistrate consulted by Leire Díez and her associates.

El Mundo: Tribunals: 'Singular Importance' Indications Attribute Coercion and Influence…

Indications of 'singular importance' in judicial proceedings suggest potential coercion and influence trafficking within the PSOE party.

El Mundo: Tribunals: Alarm Over Lack of Measures Against PSOE's 'Cloaca': Judge Biedma's…

Judge Biedma's 96 videos are raising alarms about the alleged lack of measures against the PSOE's 'sewage' activities, with no 'guilty' verdict cited.

Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is forming a 'popular front' in the Senate to counteract the People's Party's reforms, while the PSOE also seeks broader alliances to prevent a PP absolute majority in the upper house. Concurrently, Podemos and Frente Amplio are considering a pact that could significantly boost their general election prospects. EH Bildu and ERC have re-established their coalition for Senate candidacies, with a specific focus on housing issues. The People's Party anticipates a…

elDiario.es: Podemos and Frente Amplio Pact Could Double General Election Chances

A potential pact between Podemos and Frente Amplio is analyzed, suggesting it would significantly increase their electoral prospects in the upcoming general elections. The article notes Colau's invitation to Rufián to join Frente Amplio and lead efforts to unite the left.

El Mundo: Sanchez Launches 'Popular Front' in Senate to Limit PP Reforms

Pedro Sanchez is forming a 'popular front' in the Senate to counter the People's Party reforms, with tension rising over electoral lists.

elDiario.es: Ayuso Repeats Formula: Electoral Fraud and Communism Allegations in New Battle…

The article discusses Isabel Díaz Ayuso's political rhetoric, which involves allegations of electoral fraud and accusations of communism in her ongoing political conflict with Pedro Sánchez.

elDiario.es: EH Bildu and ERC Reedit Coalition for Senate Candidacy

EH Bildu and ERC have renewed their coalition and will present joint candidates for the Senate. The PSOE is reportedly considering joint candidacies with other left-wing forces to prevent a PP majority.

20minutos: PP to Contrast Proposals with Sánchez's Scandals in 'Very Dirty' Campaign

The PP (People's Party) plans to contrast its proposals with the scandals of recent years under Sánchez's government, anticipating a highly contentious electoral campaign.

La Vanguardia: PSOE Seeks Alliances to Prevent PP from Repeating Absolute Majority in the…

The PSOE is actively seeking alliances to counter the Popular Party's potential for an absolute majority in the Spanish Senate.

20minutos: Eurodeputies Alvise, Montero, Pons Potential Candidates for National Politics

This report identifies Alvise, Montero, and Pons among the Eurodeputies who might transition into national politics in Spain.

El Confidencial: Bildu and ERC Reread Their Coalition for the Senate, Focusing on Housing

The political parties Bildu and ERC have renewed their coalition agreement for the Senate, with a particular focus on housing issues.

El Confidencial: Polls Show It's Almost Impossible for the Left to Recover

A director of El Confidencial analyzes the current political landscape, suggesting the left faces significant hurdles in improving its standing.

Spain is reportedly heading towards a general strike in response to a 'social explosion' caused by the ongoing housing crisis. In a related development, a new housing decree has been introduced to limit Isabel Díaz Ayuso's 'Plan Vive' and prevent additional charges that would increase the cost of affordable rental housing.

elDiario.es: Spain Heads Towards General Strike Amidst Housing Crisis Social Outburst

Spain is moving towards a general strike, described as an 'offensive' against the social explosion caused by the housing crisis.

elDiario.es: Housing Decree Curbs Ayuso's 'Plan Vive', Prohibits Extra Costs on Affordable…

A new housing decree limits the scope of Ayuso's 'Plan Vive' and prohibits additional charges that would increase the cost of affordable rental housing.

The Supreme Court is set to finalize the amnesty for Carles Puigdemont, President of Together for Catalonia, before the November 29 general election campaign, regardless of current poll results.

El Confidencial: Supreme Court to Conclude Puigdemont Amnesty Before 29N Election Campaign

The Supreme Court will finalize the amnesty for Puigdemont in time for the 29N election campaign, regardless of poll results.

A judge has summoned a Quiron executive for questioning concerning an alleged bribe linked to a mask deal, which reportedly involves a partner of Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid.

elDiario.es: Judge Summons Quiron Executive Over Alleged Bribe in Mask Deal

A judge has summoned a Quiron executive for questioning regarding an alleged bribe connected to a mask deal, which reportedly involves a partner of Ayuso.

Authorities are tracing the last known whereabouts of Rami, who has been missing for six days from Granollers, with potential sightings in Barcelona. Separately, an 18-year-old has been detained in connection with the murder of a surgeon in Marbella, with details emerging of prior threats and the nature of the contract killing.

20minutos: Last Trace of Rami, Missing for Six Days in Granollers: From Hotel Camera to…

The last known whereabouts of Rami, who has been missing for six days from Granollers, are being traced, with a hotel camera recording and potential sightings in Barcelona.

20minutos: Detained 18-Year-Old, Threats, and a Contract Killing: Certainties and…

An 18-year-old has been detained in connection with the murder of a surgeon in Marbella, amid details of prior threats and the nature of the contract killing.

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