Overview
- Appearing Thursday night on Antena 3’s El Hormiguero, Mariano Rajoy used his book tour to discuss national politics and his record in office.
- He argued that Spain has a government that “cannot govern,” citing the absence of a state budget, constant clashes with the judiciary, and heightened polarization.
- Calling for a return to moderate forces, he said the Partido Popular is “in its place” and rejected extremism in assessing the party’s current stance.
- Addressing Valencia, he praised Carlos Mazón for resigning, said it pains him to see ongoing protests, and asked “what more do they want?” after the resignation.
- Recent reporting notes he returned to work as a property registrar with press-estimated earnings of €120,000–€150,000 a year plus a €74,580 former‑president allowance, and that he remains a regular visitor to Mallorca, including a photographed stop at Ca’l Patró in Cala Sant Vicenç.