A Spanish court has ruled that Begoña Gómez, the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, will stand trial on multiple charges related to alleged corruption and financial misconduct. The decision, announced on April 13 by a Madrid court, marks a significant development in a case that has drawn national and international attention due to its political sensitivity and the prominence of those involved.

According to court documents cited by Spain’s state broadcaster RTVE, Gómez, 55, faces four serious charges: embezzlement, influence peddling, corruption in business dealings, and misappropriation of public funds. Prosecutors allege that she leveraged her position as the spouse of the country’s prime minister to secure professional advantages and financial benefits, raising broader concerns about ethics, accountability, and the potential misuse of political proximity for personal gain.

The investigation into Gómez began in April 2024 under the direction of Judge Juan Carlos Peinado, following allegations that she had improperly used her influence to advance her career and access public resources. Over the course of two years, investigators examined financial records, institutional ties, and professional appointments linked to Gómez, ultimately concluding that there was sufficient evidence to proceed to trial.

Central to the case is Gómez’s role in academia, particularly her involvement with a master’s program at Complutense University of Madrid. Prosecutors........

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