Spanish Court Orders Trial of Prime Minister's Wife on Corruption Charges

Judge Juan Carlos Peinado ordered Begoña Gómez to stand trial on embezzlement and influence-peddling charges on June 20. She allegedly used her position as PM's wife to secure government contracts. Gómez denies wrongdoing. A trial order indicates sufficient evidence exists, though guilt remains unproven. The case has destabilized Pedro Sánchez's minority government for over two years.