In a recent meeting in Brussels, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of Spain's Partido Popular, criticized the Spanish government for what he describes as a "democratic deterioration.

" Feijóo highlighted the judicial challenges facing the government, including the Supreme Court's investigation into the Attorney General, Álvaro García Ortiz, for alleged secret revelations.

He accused the government of shielding García Ortiz instead of using legal provisions to dismiss him.

Feijóo's remarks come amid growing tensions between the government and opposition, with European leaders expressing concern over Spain's judicial situation.

The Spanish government, however, downplays the significance of the investigation, viewing it as politically motivated.

This controversy adds to the strained relations between the ruling party and its parliamentary allies, as Feijóo urges them to reconsider their support for Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez.