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Spanish PM's Wife Summoned in Corruption Investigation

Begona Gomez faces allegations of influence peddling as government decries probe as politically motivated.

  • Begona Gomez is set to appear in court on July 5 to address corruption allegations.
  • The Spanish government claims the investigation is a smear campaign by right-wing groups.
  • Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez initially considered resigning but decided to remain in office.
  • The probe, initiated by the group Manos Limpias, focuses on Gomez's business dealings during the pandemic.
  • Spanish public prosecutors had sought to dismiss the case, but a court allowed the investigation to proceed.
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