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La Primera Juez Del Caso Plus Ultra Ya Investigaba a Las Hijas De Zapatero Por Integrar La Organizacion Criminal

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The article reports that the first judge handling the Plus Ultra case already investigated Zapatero's daughters, Laura and Alba Rodríguez Espinosa, for allegedly being part of a criminal organization. Although they have not been formally charged, the judicial proceedings point to their involvement through the company What The Fav. The investigation suggests these activities relate to channeling alleged bribes in exchange for political influence.

Key points

  • The judge, Esperanza Collazos, considered Zapatero's daughters under investigation during her initial procedures on February 23, 2026.
  • The case involves allegations of illicit activities by former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and is being investigated for potential bribery schemes.
  • Evidence suggests the use of What The Fav, a company owned by the ex-leader's daughters, to manage payments related to alleged bribes.
  • The investigation uncovered financial transactions between 'lacayo' (Zapatero's company) and What The Fav in 2020.
  • Other figures mentioned include commissioner Jesús María Gómez Martín and lawyer Miguel Palomero, linking Zapatero through his influence.

Claims assessed

  • VerifiableThe daughters of José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero are being investigated for allegedly integrating a criminal organization structure.
  • VerifiableWhat The Fav, owned by Laura and Alba Rodríguez Espinosa, was reportedly used to channel payments related to alleged bribes in exchange for political influence.
  • VerifiableThe investigation revealed that Zapatero's company made payments to What The Fav amounting to €20,993.50 in 2020.

Missing context

The article does not specify the current status or next steps for the investigation beyond stating that the case was transferred to the National Court (Audiencia Nacional) under Judge José Luis Calama. It also lacks details on whether Zapatero or his daughters have responded to these allegations.

Topic context

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AI insight

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The article details legal investigations into political figures and alleged organized crime (corruption, influence peddling), but does not mention any specific commercial activity, product price, input cost change, or market mechanism. The impact is purely political/legal.

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