Pressure Mounts on Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz Amid Supreme Court Investigation

In a significant development within Spain's legal framework, thirteen members of the Board of Prosecutors have formally called for Attorney General Álvaro García Ortiz to resign. This request comes in the wake of his refusal to provide answers to a Supreme Court judge probing allegations of secret disclosures involving his office. The letter—a document that has been acquired by Europa Press—highlights the gravity of the circumstances surrounding García Ortiz's position. The prosecutors assert that recent milestones in the Supreme Court's investigation necessitate his resignation for the welfare of both the Attorney General's Office and its staff. Among those advocating for his resignation are notable figures, including former Attorney Generals Consuelo Madrigal and María José Segarra, as well as former anticorruption chief Manuel Moix. Additional signers include prominent prosecutors involved in high-profile cases, such as Javier Zaragoza, Fidel Cadena, Jaime Moreno, and Rosa Ana Morán, who heads the Special Anti-Drug Prosecutor's Office. Other prosecutors, including Francisco Moreno, Javier Huete, Pikar Martín, José Miguel de la Rosa, Elvira Tejada, and Antonio Narváez have also endorsed the letter. Their collective action highlights a growing sentiment among members of the Board of Prosecutors that the integrity of the institution is at stake. "Since your excellency communicated your decision to continue in your role, significant occurrences related to the investigation have taken place that make your resignation essential," the letter emphasizes. In a related matter, Attorney General García Ortiz has denied allegations regarding the leaking of sensitive emails connected to the partner of politician Isabel Díaz Ayuso. He has stated that he routinely deletes content from his phone for security reasons and due to a legal obligation tied to the nature of the sensitive information he manages. As the situation develops, it raises critical questions about the accountability of high-ranking officials within the Spanish legal system and the potential ramifications of ongoing investigations. Stakeholders within the judiciary and the public alike will be watching closely as this scenario unfolds, assessing its impact on the trust in legal institutions and the rule of law in Spain. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2