The PP Stands Firm: Support for Carlos Mazón Amid Calls for His Resignation
The national leadership of the Popular Party (PP) continues to back the president of the Generalitat, Carlos Mazón, insisting that his position remains unchanged despite critical media coverage and a judicial order questioning the actions of the Valencian government. Ester Muñoz, the PP's Deputy Secretary of Health and Education, emphasized this position, stating, "From yesterday to today absolutely nothing has changed," when questioned about whether party leader Alberto Núñez Feijóo's PP believes Mazón should step down.
This assertion comes on a day when the debate surrounding Mazón has intensified, particularly following an editorial from the newspaper ABC which boldly argued that "Mazón must go now," declaring that his continued leadership could exacerbate the existing crisis due to his perceived weaknesses.
Muñoz defended Mazón's leadership, stating that he remains focused on addressing the recovery efforts following recent flooding in the region. She referred to statements made by her colleague Miguel Tellado, the spokesperson for the Popular Group in Congress, asserting that the ongoing judicial investigation into the floods does not disrupt Mazón's ability to govern effectively.
"We respect judicial procedures. My colleague Miguel Tellado indicated that the Popular Party's stance is that nothing has changed because nothing has changed," Muñoz reiterated.
When pressed further about the potential impact of Mazón's situation on the party's credibility, Muñoz maintained that the PP believes Mazón should remain in his role. She articulated that problems undermining stability and the credibility of institutions in Spain are instead associated with other political figures, including an Attorney General facing indictments, a Prime Minister whose wife is embroiled in legal issues, and a Minister of Justice expected to testify in various cases.
Muñoz drew attention to the political climate in Portugal, where the Prime Minister has had to address ethical concerns and possibly lead the country into elections. She asserted that, in contrast to this, Spain's challenge lies in a Prime Minister who clings to power amid various controversies, thus compromising institutional credibility.
Overall, the PP remains steadfast in its support of Carlos Mazón, choosing to downplay the significance of recent headlines and legal inquiries while redirecting the focus to the actions and ethics of opposing political figures.
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