Spanish police raid headquarters of PM Sánchez's Socialist Party
Spanish police conducted a raid on the headquarters of the ruling Socialist Party in Madrid as part of an investigation into potential financial misconduct. This incident is linked to party member Leire Díez, who is accused of attempting to influence police and legal cases. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez stated that the party respects the justice system and will cooperate fully with the investigation.
- ▪The raid is part of an investigation into possible financial wrongdoing linked to Socialist Party member Leire Díez.
- ▪Díez is accused of trying to influence police and legal cases that could harm the party's reputation.
- ▪Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez emphasized the party's commitment to addressing any improper behavior.
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Journalists gather outside the headquarters of Spain’s ruling Socialist Party as police search the building in Madrid, Wednesday, May 27, 2026. (AP Photo/Bernat Armangue) By JOSEPH WILSON Updated [hour]:[minute] [AMPM] [timezone], [monthFull] [day], [year] Leer en español Add AP News on Google Add AP News as your preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Share (function () { const counter = document.getElementById("scrollToComments"); const HEADER_OFFSET = 120; function findCommentsModule() { return document.querySelector('.vf3-comments, #vf-conversations, [data-test="vf-conversations-root-element"]'); } function maybeShowCounter() { if (findCommentsModule()) { counter.style.display = "inline-flex"; } else { counter.style.display = "none"; } } // Show only when Viafoura is…
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