Isabel Díaz Ayuso, the President of the Community of Madrid, has stirred political waters by refusing to attend a meeting with Spain's Prime Minister, Pedro Sánchez, at La Moncloa.

This decision marks a significant departure from the norm, as other regional leaders have participated in these discussions aimed at addressing regional issues and the contentious Catalan funding proposal.

Ayuso's refusal is rooted in her belief that attending would legitimize what she sees as destructive decisions and personal attacks from Sánchez, who has accused her partner of fiscal fraud.

This move has caused friction within her party, the PP, with some members supporting her stance while others express concern that it undermines party unity and aids the opposition.

Ayuso's actions highlight her strategy of prioritizing personal and political opposition over institutional obligations, a move that has both supporters and critics within the political landscape.