‘Lawfare’ in Spain: the cases against the Sánchez family

In Spain, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has accused far-right groups and segments of the judiciary of engaging in “lawfare”—using legal mechanisms to pursue politically motivated cases—against his wife and brother. Both are under investigation for alleged corruption, based on complaints from a group with far-right ties, triggering concerns about judicial politicization. Sánchez’s government has proposed limiting private legal complaints to prevent political harassment, but critics claim the move undermines judicial independence. The controversy highlights deep divisions over the neutrality of Spain’s legal system and reflects broader concerns across Europe about the weaponization of justice for political ends.

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