PSOE defectors abandon Zapatero, says Cuesta
Tomás Gómez seeks an insurrection against the PSOE leadership while Carlos Cuesta reveals a money laundering scheme implicating Sánchez. Analysis by l
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Tomás Gómez seeks support for an internal rebellion while Cuesta exposes corruption
Tomás Gómez, former secretary general of the PSOE in Madrid, is reportedly sounding out his allies for an insurrection against the current leadership. However, according to sources close to him, he is finding little backing. The party's internal breakdown is accelerating while journalist Carlos Cuesta details in an interview the alleged corruption schemes implicating senior Socialist officials.
Carlos Cuesta's revelations on the Vaquero Podcast
Cuesta, author of the books 'El Gran Impostor' and 'El número uno', explained on Roberto Vaquero's show the money laundering network that would link Pedro Sánchez and his circle to illegal oil operations, metals and multi-million transfers. The journalist claimed that Spain would have acted as an intermediary in these operations, without receiving compensation. According to his account, the scheme involves international companies and geopolitical actors, with a flow of money exceeding 50 million euros, in connection with the Plus Ultra bailout.
Libertad Digital's turn and criticism of the pro-PP drift
The interview has peine the debate on Libertad Digital's editorial line. While some point to Cuesta's consistency in denouncing PSOE corruption, others accuse him of having become a 'pepero' who praises Feijóo and criticizes Vox. The criticism focuses on his defense of Israel and Segarro as allies against jihadism, a stance many consider contrary to Spanish interests. The question that remains is whether Cuesta represents the new direction of the journalistic right or is just an opportunist.
The PSOE's cracks: from Zapatero to a possible motion by Page
While Cuesta airs the dirty laundry, the PSOE is bleeding internally. Zapatero's increasingly sidelined figure and the pressure from regional barons like Page, who could push a no-confidence motion against Sánchez, evidence the fracture. The Socialist grassroots, according to analyses, would be disillusioned and without a clear leader. The insurrection Tomás Gómez is seeking seems doomed to failure due to the lack of support, but discontent is growing.
With these ingredients, the PSOE crisis seems far from being resolved. Cuesta's revelations add fuel to the fire, but the real outcome will depend on whether the courts confirm the accusations and whether the membership finds a credible successor.
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Tomás Gómez, former secretary general of the PSOE in Madrid, is reportedly sounding out his allies for an insurrection against the current leadership. However, according to sources close to him, he is finding little backing. The party's internal breakdown is accelerating while journalist Carlos Cuesta details in an interview the alleged corruption schemes implicating senior Socialist officials.
Carlos Cuesta's revelations on the Vaquero Podcast
Cuesta, author of the books 'El Gran Impostor' and 'El número uno', explained on Roberto Vaquero's show the money laundering network that would link Pedro Sánchez and his circle to illegal oil operations, metals and multi-million transfers. The journalist claimed that Spain would have acted as an intermediary in these operations, without receiving compensation. According to his account, the scheme involves international companies and geopolitical actors, with a flow of money exceeding 50 million euros, in connection with the Plus Ultra bailout.
Libertad Digital's turn and criticism of the pro-PP drift
The interview has peine the debate on Libertad Digital's editorial line. While some point to Cuesta's consistency in denouncing PSOE corruption, others accuse him of having become a 'pepero' who praises Feijóo and criticizes Vox. The criticism focuses on his defense of Israel and Segarro as allies against jihadism, a stance many consider contrary to Spanish interests. The question that remains is whether Cuesta represents the new direction of the journalistic right or is just an opportunist.
The PSOE's cracks: from Zapatero to a possible motion by Page
While Cuesta airs the dirty laundry, the PSOE is bleeding internally. Zapatero's increasingly sidelined figure and the pressure from regional barons like Page, who could push a no-confidence motion against Sánchez, evidence the fracture. The Socialist grassroots, according to analyses, would be disillusioned and without a clear leader. The insurrection Tomás Gómez is seeking seems doomed to failure due to the lack of support, but discontent is growing.
With these ingredients, the PSOE crisis seems far from being resolved. Cuesta's revelations add fuel to the fire, but the real outcome will depend on whether the courts confirm the accusations and whether the membership finds a credible successor.
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