Pedro Sánchez announced that he will remain at the head of the Spanish Government

This Monday the President of the Government of Spain, Pedro Sanchezsaid he will not resign from his post, despite the accusations once morest his wife, Begoña Gómez, who is accused of alleged influence peddling.

After the five-day period he took to reflect on his possible departure from power expired, Sánchez addressed the European nation, according to Efe.

“I have decided to continue as President. I will continue, even more strongly if possible. This is not regarding the fate of an individual, but regarding deciding what kind of society we want to be.“, he said.

Sánchez says that the step he took on Monday was for personal reasons, which in his opinion “everyone can understand.” He also specified that it is not a “full stop,” but rather a “period and apart.”

“That is why I am committed to working tirelessly, firmly and calmly.“, Sanchez said.

In the same way, the socialist leader reiterated that he will continue with his management, to work for the “pending regeneration of democracy as well as the consolidation of rights and freedoms”, since he considers that Spain requires a “collective reflection”.

Sánchez called on Spanish society to once once more be exemplary.or, so that they can show the world how democracy is defended.

In recent days, a judge has initiated a series of proceedings once morest Sánchez’s wife, following a complaint filed by the Manos Limpias organization.

In response to the “consideration” of the President to leave power, thousands of supporters gathered in the vicinity of the Socialist Workers’ Party of Spain (PSOE) This Saturday with emblems of “Sanchez, stay”, which revived citizen support for his mandate.