Spanish Prime Minister's Wife Charged with Corruption Amid Investigation
Begona Gomez, the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, has been formally charged with corruption following a lengthy investigation. The probe, initiated in April 2024 by Judge Juan Carlos Peinado, seeks to determine whether Gomez exploited her position for private gain, allegations that both she and Sanchez deny. The investigation focuses on Gomez's involvement in the creation and management of a chair at Madrid's Complutense University, which she co-directed. The case also examines the alleged use of public resources and personal connections to advance private interests. The court ruling, made public on April 11, indicates sufficient evidence of criminal conduct, including embezzlement, influence peddling, and misappropriation of funds. Gomez, currently on an official visit to China with Sanchez, has consistently denied any wrongdoing. 
