Political Clash Erupts in Extremadura Assembly

Extremadura Assembly's New Member Faces Accusations Amidst Controversy The recent appointment of Miguel Ángel Gallardo as a member of the Extremadura Assembly has sparked controversy. Gallardo, the PSOE Secretary General in Extremadura, took his oath of office amidst accusations of using the position as a form of political refuge, following the controversy surrounding the hiring of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's brother. The event was marked by a heated exchange with Extremadura's President, María Guardiola (PP). Guardiola directly addressed Gallardo during the plenary session, stating, "You are not a victim; you don't defend any rights, and you don't believe in justice. You are here seeking refuge, dynamiting your own party and stepping on whomever you have to." Gallardo responded, "I have come without complexes, for a more just and dignified Extremadura with a future." The situation highlights the ongoing political tensions in the region and the implications of the Sánchez brother's hiring. Further investigation is needed to fully understand the extent of the controversy and its potential consequences.