A Madrid court has confirmed a trial will proceed against Begoña Gómez, the wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, on charges of influence peddling and misuse of public funds. The decision, made by the Provincial Court of Madrid, clears Gómez of a third alleged offense. Simultaneously, the court has lifted a previous travel ban preventing her from leaving the country. The case centers around accusations that Gómez used her position to improperly influence government contracts and divert public money. This development marks a significant escalation in a controversy that has gripped Spanish politics. Sánchez has vehemently defended his wife, dismissing the allegations as a politically motivated smear campaign. The trial date has not yet been set, but the proceedings are expected to be closely watched.