Alegría's Slip-Up: A Lapsus Amidst Political Turmoil

Government Spokesperson Pilar Alegría's verbal slip-up during a press conference has sparked attention. Alegría mistakenly referred to Justice Minister Félix Bolaños as "Ábalos," a name heavily featured in recently leaked phone conversations between Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and former Minister José Luis Ábalos. The incident occurred on May 13th, 2025, adding to the already tense political climate. Alegría later apologized, stating, "Ay perdón, al ministro Bolaños... Bueno, les he dado a ustedes aquí ahora... sé que entenderán perfectamente este lapsus y me disculpen." The slip-up, however brief, highlights the pressure surrounding the leaked messages and the ongoing political debate.