Spain’s Tax Agency (Hacienda) has informed a judge that it is investigating former Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero and his family. The agency is currently conducting a tax inspection but has requested the judge allow it to suspend the process until a separate judicial investigation concludes. Details of the allegations against Zapatero and his family have not been publicly disclosed. The Tax Agency's move suggests potential serious concerns regarding the family’s financial dealings. This development introduces a new layer of scrutiny for the former leader and his relatives. The judge’s decision on whether to halt the inspection will be crucial in determining the next steps of the investigation. The case is likely to fuel political debate within Spain.