Spain’s Supreme Court has justified its suspension of voting rights for recently naturalized citizens, citing an “exceptional” increase in the electoral register. The court claims this surge creates “uncertainty about the election result,” a rationale seized upon by right-wing political factions. These groups are actively promoting the theory of electoral fraud, referred to as “pucherazo electoral,” alleging manipulation of the vote. The ruling centers around the so-called “grandchild law,” concerning the rights of individuals obtaining Spanish nationality. This decision has intensified political tensions ahead of upcoming elections in Spain. Opponents argue the measure disproportionately affects new citizens and undermines democratic principles, while supporters emphasize the need to safeguard the integrity of the electoral process. The court’s reasoning provides further ammunition for those already suspicious of the electoral system.