Marlaska's Top Aide Resigns Amidst UCO Tension: Personal Reasons or Something More?

Rafael Pérez, Secretary of State under Fernando Grande-Marlaska, has resigned from his post. The resignation comes at a time of intense scrutiny of the Ministry of Interior. While Pérez cites 'personal reasons,' sources close to him indicate he'd been considering this move for some time to return to his family in Córdoba. 'He'd been asking for this for a long time,' one source stated. However, the timing of the resignation raises questions, given the ongoing tension between the Ministry and the UCO (Central Operative Unit of the Civil Guard). Pérez's involvement in past controversies, such as the controversial mask contracts during the pandemic, adds another layer of complexity to his departure. The video also briefly mentions the Melilla border fence tragedy, further highlighting the sensitive context of his resignation. The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected.