María de los Ángeles Lorenzo-Cáceres y Farizo, the judge presiding over the 'Mediator case', has decided to advance to trial with Juan Bernardo Fuentes Curbelo, known as 'Tito Berni', a former socialist deputy and alleged leader of the corruption group. In her ruling, issued on the 11th, she concluded the initial phase of the inquiry and indicated that the proceedings will now follow an expedited process leading to an oral trial. This case involves serious allegations that could encompass numerous criminal activities such as bribery, embezzlement, abuse of power, influence peddling, administrative offenses, fraud, forgery, and money laundering.

In addition to 'Tito Berni', 22 other individuals have been implicated in the case, including retired general Francisco Espinosa and intermediary Marco Antonio Navarro Tacoronte. The involvement of such high-profile individuals underscores the significant implications of this case for Spanish politics and governance, as it raises concerns about corruption at multiple levels of the public sector. The case could also have far-reaching effects on public trust in government institutions, particularly following a series of corruption scandals that have tarnished the reputation of political figures in recent years.

As the 'Mediator case' progresses towards trial, it stands to highlight the judicial system's role in addressing corruption in Spain. The outcomes of this case will be closely watched, as they may set important precedents regarding accountability and the enforcement of ethical standards among elected officials. Additionally, it could lead to increased scrutiny of other political actors within the PSOE party and potentially beyond, as the repercussions of this lawsuit unfold.