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Sexual Abuse Allegations Shake Spain's Sumar Coalition

Íñigo Errejón resigns amid multiple accusations, sparking a crisis for the left-wing alliance.

  • Íñigo Errejón, a prominent figure in Spain's Sumar coalition, has resigned following allegations of sexual abuse and misconduct.
  • Actress Elisa Mouliaá publicly accused Errejón of sexual harassment, detailing an incident from 2021 where he allegedly assaulted her at a party.
  • Police investigations are underway, with reports suggesting that multiple women have come forward with similar allegations against Errejón.
  • The scandal has put pressure on Sumar's leadership, particularly Yolanda Díaz, to address how long they were aware of the accusations.
  • Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and the opposition have both condemned the alleged actions, highlighting the impact on the government's feminist image.
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