Ayuso-García Clash: Tensions Boil Over at Spanish Press Conference

Tensions Flare at Spanish Press Conference: Ayuso and García Clash Over COVID-19 Accusations Madrid, Spain – A press conference on June 6, 2025, took an unexpected turn when a heated exchange erupted between Madrid's regional president, Isabel Díaz Ayuso, and the Minister of Health, Mónica García. The incident, captured on video, quickly went viral. The conflict stemmed from accusations made by Más Madrid regarding deaths in Madrid's nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ayuso directly confronted García, asking, “Vas a darle un beso a una asesina?” (Are you going to kiss an assassin?). García responded that the accusations were false. The confrontation escalated, necessitating intervention from protocol officials. Ayuso later left the meeting when the Lehendakari began speaking in Basque. The incident highlights the deep political divisions in Spain and the lingering effects of the pandemic. The video footage provides a stark visual representation of the tension between the two politicians. The incident has sparked intense debate and further underscores the existing political polarization.