Begoña Gómez, wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, appeared in court Friday as part of an investigation into alleged influence peddling and business corruption.

The case, initiated by far-right organizations, has been dismissed by government officials as baseless.

Justice Minister Félix Bolaños criticized the proceedings, highlighting Gómez's 'defenselessness' and suggesting the case lacks substance.

The government maintains that all allegations have been debunked by a Civil Guard report.

Despite the administration's confidence in eventual dismissal, the case has become a significant political issue, with opposition parties using it to challenge Sánchez's leadership.