Mónica Oltra Makes Political Comeback as She Aims for Valencia's Mayoral Candidacy

Mónica Oltra is making her return to the political arena. The former Vice President of the Valencian Generalitat and leader of Compromís is set to announce her intention to become the candidate for Mayor of Valencia at her party's congress, Initiative of the Valencian People (IPC), this Saturday. According to sources within Compromís, Oltra's bid will follow an internal process, given that Initiative is a minority party within the coalition and her proposal needs to undergo internal assessments. Alberto Ibáñez, a congressman and spokesperson for Initiative, expressed his support for Oltra in an interview with Europa Press, stating that she should lead a strong candidacy in the upcoming elections. This marks a significant moment in Oltra's political career as she takes a decisive step forward nearly four years after stepping back from public life. In June 2022, Oltra resigned from all her positions amid allegations of complicity in covering up sexual abuse of a minor under guardianship, a serious but contentious investigation that has faced multiple closures by the investigative court due to a lack of evidence. Despite the closure, the Provincial Court reopened the case, meaning Oltra still has unresolved legal challenges ahead of her potential candidacy. As she prepares to announce her political return, the implications of her candidacy and the public's reaction remain to be seen. Will she be able to navigate the internal processes of Compromís, and can she resume a leadership position in Valencia? Only time will tell as Mónica Oltra steps back into the spotlight of Valencian politics. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2