{"id":226039,"date":"2026-05-23T10:46:23","date_gmt":"2026-05-23T10:46:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/thousands-march-in-madrid-demanding-pedro-sanchezs-resignation-spain-is-kidnapped-by-a-corrupt-mafia\/"},"modified":"2026-05-23T10:46:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-23T10:46:24","slug":"thousands-march-in-madrid-demanding-pedro-sanchezs-resignation-spain-is-kidnapped-by-a-corrupt-mafia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/thousands-march-in-madrid-demanding-pedro-sanchezs-resignation-spain-is-kidnapped-by-a-corrupt-mafia\/","title":{"rendered":"Thousands March in Madrid Demanding Pedro S\u00e1nchez’s Resignation: \u201cSpain is Kidnapped by a Corrupt Mafia\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Several people participate in the “march for dignity” to demand the resignation of the President of the Government, Pedro S\u00e1nchez, called by the Spanish Civil Society platform this Saturday in Madrid. (Daniel Gonz\u00e1lez\/EFE)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Massive Protest in Madrid<\/h2>\n

This Saturday, May 23, Madrid became the stage for a significant demonstration as hundreds of people marched from Plaza de Col\u00f3n along G\u00e9nova Street. The protesters gathered to demand the resignation of Spain’s Prime Minister, Pedro S\u00e1nchez, alongside calls for early general elections. The mobilization was organized by the Spanish Civil Society, an umbrella group comprising over 150 associations.<\/p>\n

Demands and Claims<\/h2>\n

Participants brandished Spanish flags and held banners calling for the \u201cDissolution of the Sanchista mafia.\u201d The demonstration featured anti-immigration sentiments, with chants like \u201cIt is not immigration, it is an invasion,\u201d and provocations such as \u201cReemigration if they do not eat ham.\u201d Insults aimed at both the Prime Minister and Fernando Grande-Marlaska, the Minister of the Interior, marked the march.<\/p>\n

Political Representatives in Attendance<\/h3>\n

Notable politicians from the Popular Party joined the protest, including its spokesperson in the Senate, Alicia Garc\u00eda, as well as Santiago Abascal, the leader of Vox. Abascal stated that \u201cSpain is kidnapped by a corrupt mafia that is impoverishing citizens,\u201d expressing his party’s stance against S\u00e1nchez\u2019s government and labeling it as \u201cpromoting a migratory invasion.\u201d<\/p>\n

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The leader of Vox, Santiago Abascal (c), marched alongside other party leaders such as MEP Jorge Buxad\u00e9 (d), behind a party banner that read ‘Getting rid of S\u00e1nchez is also a national priority’. (Daniel Gonz\u00e1lez\/EFE)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Vox’s Stance on Migration Policies<\/h2>\n

Vox has been particularly vocal against the recent migrant regularization approved by the central government, which took effect on April 16. This far-right party, along with several other associations, had sought a precautionary stay from the Supreme Court regarding this measure, which was ultimately rejected.<\/p>\n

Rally Highlights<\/h2>\n

The rally not only highlighted political grievances but also showcased participation from various figures across the political spectrum. Businessman V\u00edctor de Aldama, under scrutiny in a high-profile trial, and MEP Alvise P\u00e9rez from Se Acab\u00f3 la Fiesta were also present, emphasizing the broad appeal and support for the protest.<\/p>\n

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The MEP for Se Acab\u00f3 la Fiesta, Alvise P\u00e9rez (c) participates in the “march for dignity” to demand the resignation of the President of the Government. (Daniel Gonz\u00e1lez\/EFE)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Future Implications of the Protests<\/h2>\n

As the march unfolded, Abascal announced that his party has called for the provisional imprisonment of former president Jos\u00e9 Luis Rodr\u00edguez Zapatero. Additionally, they intend to summons S\u00e1nchez and his cabinet members to testify regarding the controversial rescue of the airline Plus Ultra.<\/p>\n

\u201cThere is no one left in S\u00e1nchez’s entourage who is not accused of very serious crimes,\u201d Abascal declared, highlighting the growing tensions within Spain\u2019s political landscape. As the movement gains momentum, it remains to be seen how these protests will shape the future political climate in Spain.<\/p>\n

*News in expansion<\/i><\/p>\n

*With information from EFE<\/i><\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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