In a courtroom testimony, Santos Cerdán, the former spokesperson for the Socialist Party (PSOE), asserted that Antonio Hernando informed him about prior knowledge of sensitive information concerning the saunas related to Begoña Gómez's father. This statement came during a judge's inquiry about a meeting involving Cerdán, Leire Díez, and businessperson Javier Pérez-Dolset, who are facing charges related to an alleged scheme to undermine the credibility of anti-corruption bodies in Spain.

The sessions, presided over by Judge Arturo Zamarriego, were highlighted by specific instructions for attorneys to exercise caution in their questioning. The significance of Cerdán's testimony lies in its implications regarding political maneuvering and the possible intertwining of business interests with political affairs, especially given the serious allegations against Díez and Pérez-Dolset about sabotaging investigations against politicians involved in corruption.

This case emphasizes broader concerns about accountability within the political landscape in Spain, particularly in light of ongoing investigations into various corruption issues. The revelations from Cerdán’s testimony could have far-reaching consequences for those implicated and impact public trust in governmental institutions, especially regarding the efforts to combat corruption.