Overview

• PSPV organization chief Vicent Mascarell posted and then deleted a message telling PP deputy María del Mar Galcerán, who has Down syndrome, that she had a “dirty mind,” prompting PP demands for his dismissal.
• PSPV leader Diana Morant called Carlos Mazón’s participation a “provocation” and argued his presence would undermine the civic character of the procession.
• The Government Delegation confirmed a deployment of 1,800 National Police officers for October 9, an increase of 300 over last year, to safeguard the event in central València.
• Mazón has confirmed he will attend the procession despite security concerns and months of demonstrations calling for his resignation after DANA floods that left 229 dead.
• Authorities say no protests are officially registered for the route, while València’s mayor urged heightened measures to protect participants and the Reial Senyera.