PSOE 'cloaca' network allegedly contacted Badajoz drug traffickers to target judges
Investigators claim a faction within the PSOE, led by former activist Leire Díez, reached out to Badajoz narcotics groups to eliminate Judge Biedma and offer a bribe.
In a recent edition of their program, Alejandro Entrambasaguas and María Jamardo disclosed an exclusive investigation linking a PSOE faction, dubbed the 'cloaca', to criminal contacts in Badajoz. The group, reportedly headed by former socialist activist Leire Díez, allegedly offered drug traffickers two objectives: the removal of Judge Biedma, who was investigating the brother of President Pedro Sánchez, and a monetary inducement.
According to the hosts, the operation received direct authorization from Santos Cerdán, who green-lighted it during the president's five-day reflection period. The episode also references the indictment of Begoña Gómez by Judge Peinado. One of the implicated individuals is said to be willing to collaborate with the Guardia Civil and holds documentation used for physical surveillance of the judge. The journalists discuss the potential scope of the case and the judge's experience of intimidation and legal complaints.
Why it matters
The allegations suggest high-level political interference in the judiciary and possible collusion with organized crime.
How this story developed
- Sep 21 Judge Peinado Orders Jury Trial for Begoña Gómez and La Moncloa Aide
- Sep 22 The case has been forwarded to the Audiencia Provincial for assignment to a criminal section.
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