Madrid Investigative Judges Defend Judge Peinado Against Government Criticism
The Board of Investigative Judges of the Madrid Court of First Instance has issued a strong institutional statement defending Judge Juan Carlos Peinado against recent criticisms from the Spanish Government. This defense comes in response to attacks and disqualifications directed at Peinado, particularly by Justice Minister Félix Bolaños, following Peinado's decision to propose judging Begoña Gómez, the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. The judges rejected the government's narrative, arguing that such statements undermine citizens' trust in the judiciary. They emphasized the principle that the law applies equally to everyone without privileges and affirmed their commitment to defending their constitutional function and judicial independence. The controversy stems from a two-year investigation into Gómez, which the Executive claims has caused irreparable damage to the justice system and embarrassed many citizens and magistrates. However, the Madrid judges maintain that Peinado's work is being unfairly questioned due to political pressure, asserting their role as public servants dedicated to upholding the rule of law amidst intense political scrutiny.
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Madrid Investigative Judges Defend Judge Peinado Against Government Criticism
The Board of Investigative Judges of the Madrid Court of First Instance has issued a strong institutional statement defending Judge Juan Carlos Peinado against recent criticisms from the Spanish Government. This defense comes in response to attacks and disqualifications directed at Peinado, particularly by Justice Minister Félix Bolaños, following Peinado's decision to propose judging Begoña Gómez, the wife of Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez. The judges rejected the government's narrative, arguing that such statements undermine citizens' trust in the judiciary. They emphasized the principle that the law applies equally to everyone without privileges and affirmed their commitment to defending their constitutional function and judicial independence. The controversy stems from a two-year investigation into Gómez, which the Executive claims has caused irreparable damage to the justice system and embarrassed many citizens and magistrates. However, the Madrid judges maintain that Peinado's work is being unfairly questioned due to political pressure, asserting their role as public servants dedicated to upholding the rule of law amidst intense political scrutiny.
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