Judge Juan Carlos Peinado has scheduled a preliminary hearing for Begoña Gómez for this Tuesday, a decision announced this Monday. This hearing precedes a potential oral trial regarding an ongoing case. The summons arrives swiftly, only 24 hours after the judge’s initial announcement. Notably, Judge Peinado has declined a request from the defense to question a proposed witness. The nature of the case and the allegations against Gómez remain central to the proceedings. This development marks a critical step in the legal process, potentially leading to a full trial. The case is generating significant public and political attention in Spain.