Spanish police search ruling Socialist party headquarters – Europe live

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Spanish police conducted a search at the ruling Socialist Party's headquarters in Madrid as part of an investigation into possible illegal financing. The Guardia Civil confirmed their presence but withheld details due to the secrecy of the judicial proceedings. This search intensifies political scrutiny facing Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

Search takes place amid intensifying focus on separate allegations of influence peddling as problems worsen for prime minister Pedro Sanchez Spanish police entered the ruling Socialist Party’s headquarters in Madrid on a judicial order to gather information on a possible illegal financing scheme, several news Spanish news outlets reported. A spokesperson for the Guardia Civil force told Reuters officers had entered the premises but did not disclose any further details since the proceedings are secret. Continue reading...