Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz Stands Firm Amid Supreme Court Indictment

The Attorney General of the State, Álvaro García Ortiz, shows no intention of resigning, despite the Supreme Court's recent decision to uphold his indictment concerning alleged breaches of confidentiality linked to Alberto González Amador, the boyfriend of Isabel Díaz Ayuso, President of the Community of Madrid. According to sources within the Fiscalía consulted by Europa Press, García Ortiz remains resolute in his stance following the Supreme Court's October 16 ruling that implicated him in the ongoing investigation into González Amador, who faces accusations regarding tax offenses. García Ortiz proclaimed his innocence during the judicial process, restating his commitment to uphold the integrity of the Public Ministry, which he leads. As reported by Europa Press, appeals presented by both García Ortiz and the Prosecutors Office against the indictment were rejected by the Appeals Chamber, comprised of judges Andrés Palomo, Julián Sánchez Melgar, and Eduardo de Porres. This ruling positions García Ortiz precariously close to potential trial. In a significant development, the indictment against Pilar Rodríguez, the head of the Provincial Prosecutor's Office of Madrid, has been lifted, as the Chamber found no evidence supporting claims of criminal activity linked to her actions in the critical period from March 7 to 14, 2024. Judge Palomo emphasized the unanimous decision to absolve Rodríguez from wrongdoing, attributing her actions to adherence to the directives of her superior, thus distinguishing her case from that of García Ortiz. The endurance of Álvaro García Ortiz amidst these challenges indicates a staunch defense of his actions and a determination to navigate the complexities of this high-profile legal battle, a narrative poised to evolve as the case develops further. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2