The PSOE party has officially expelled Toni González, the mayor of Almussafes in Valencia, due to ongoing investigations into allegations of sexual and labor harassment. These allegations were raised by two female employees who came forward with claims of inappropriate conduct. The party's federal leadership criticized González for his public comments that allegedly seek to undermine the credibility of the accusers, describing his actions as 'revictimizing' the complainants. This decision indicates the party's stance on keeping a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and supporting the victims in such cases.

In December, González requested a suspension of his party membership and stepped down from key positions within the PSOE, including being the provincial vice-secretary and a member of the regional executive. His resignation followed internal complaints made by a party member regarding his alleged misconduct. Despite his attempts to dissociate from the party activities, the federal leadership deemed that his actions were detrimental to the party's integrity and the trust of the public.

The situation reflects broader issues within political organizations regarding how allegations of harassment are handled, particularly in terms of transparency and support for victims. The PSOE's firm response may set a precedent for how similar cases are dealt with in the future, emphasizing the importance of protecting complainants and maintaining ethical standards within political environments. It remains to be seen how this will affect González’s political future and the reputation of the PSOE in Valencia region.