Brother of Spanish PM to Stand Trial in Influence Peddling Case

Judge Orders Trial for Brother of Spanish Prime Minister Badajoz, Spain – In a significant development, a judge in Badajoz has ordered David Sánchez, the brother of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, to stand trial. Sánchez is accused of administrative prevarication and influence peddling related to his employment with the Badajoz Provincial Council. The judge's decision, which came after rejecting Sánchez's appeal, also includes the leader of the PSOE in Extremadura, Miguel Ángel Gallardo, and nine others. "Resoltos os recursos de reforma interpostos contra o mesmo, a admisión dos recursos de apelación non ten efecto suspensivo do procedemento," stated the judge in her ruling, effectively rejecting further delays. The charges against Sánchez stem from his hiring by the provincial council, raising concerns about potential abuse of power and influence. The trial's commencement marks a significant development in the ongoing investigation, and the outcome will likely have political ramifications. The inclusion of Gallardo adds further weight to the case's significance.