Wife of Spain's Prime Minister faces court, charged with corruption

Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, is set to appear in court facing charges of embezzlement and illegal influence peddling. The decision by a court on Thursday represents a significant blow to the Spanish government, which has been embroiled in corruption investigations and scandals for months.

Gómez has vehemently denied the accusations, labeling them as baseless. Her legal team has appealed the decision, urging the Supreme Court to dismiss the charges and overturn the lower court's orders from the previous month. The case stems from allegations made by far-right groups, who claim she misused her position as the Prime Minister's spouse to secure work contracts.

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Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has also dismissed the allegations, asserting they are politically motivated and promoted by his opponents. This development follows closely on the heels of his brother, David Sánchez, being found guilty of abusing his public office and banned from public service for nine years earlier in the week.

The ongoing legal challenges cast a shadow over the government, raising questions about integrity and accountability amidst a period of political turbulence.

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politically motivated and promoted by opponents of him and his government.