The Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE) and the government are grappling with the fallout from corruption allegations against José Luis Ábalos, a key figure in Pedro Sánchez's administration.

Ábalos, once a powerful ally of Sánchez, is now embroiled in a scandal following the arrest of his close associate, Koldo García.

The Guardia Civil's report implicates Ábalos in a corruption scheme, marking a significant blow to a government that rose to power on an anti-corruption platform.

The allegations include the acquisition of a property in Cádiz for Ábalos's use and substantial rental payments for his partner.

This development has shocked the PSOE, which had previously expelled Ábalos from the party to contain the damage.

The situation underscores the challenges Sánchez faces in maintaining his government's integrity while contrasting their swift action with the opposition's handling of similar issues.