Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has presented a controversial plan for democratic regeneration, focusing heavily on media regulation.

The proposal, outlined in Congress, aims to increase transparency in media ownership and public advertising spending.

Sánchez announced a €100 million aid package for media digitalization and suggested limiting public funding to media outlets.

The plan also includes mandatory electoral debates and stricter sanctions for lawmakers who provide false financial declarations.

Opposition leaders, including Alberto Núñez Feijóo of the Popular Party, strongly criticized the initiative, calling it an attack on press freedom.

Sánchez defended the plan as necessary to combat misinformation and strengthen democracy, but faces significant challenges in gaining support for implementation.