Poder Judicial

The Poder Judicial, specifically the Consejo General del Poder Judicial (CGPJ), is Spain's General Council of the Judiciary. It is responsible for governing the judiciary, including investigating complaints against judges and magistrates. The CGPJ is currently newsworthy because its disciplinary arm is considering a complaint filed by the Minister of the Presidency, Justice and Relations with the Courts, Félix Bolaños, against Judge Juan Carlos Peinado. Peinado is investigating Begoña Gómez, the wife of the Prime Minister. The CGPJ's decision on whether to pursue this complaint is significant due to its potential impact on the investigation and the perceived impartiality of the judiciary. Separately, the Poder Judicial has released data indicating a significant increase (over 30%) in bankruptcy filings and mortgage foreclosures in 2025, while evictions have slowed. This data highlights the Poder Judicial's role in tracking and reporting on key economic indicators reflected in legal proceedings, demonstrating its relevance to understanding Spain's economic situation.