A significant challenge to the leadership of the Vox party has emerged from prominent former leaders, including ex-congress spokesperson Iván Espinosa de los Monteros. In a manifesto signed by more than a dozen former deputies and active members, such as Toledo's deputy mayor, Inés Cañizares, they are demanding an extraordinary congress to address concerns about the party’s direction. This movement highlights growing dissatisfaction within Vox regarding its recent developments and leadership decisions.

The manifesto expresses criticism over what the signatories describe as the 'degradation' of the party's founding principles and the abrupt departure or marginalization of prominent historical figures without sufficient explanation. This call for an extraordinary congress not only questions the current leadership of Santiago Abascal but also reflects a broader unrest within the party ranks. These former leaders argue that a reflection on the party's future is necessary if it is to regain its original momentum and appeal to its base.

This turmoil within Vox could have broader implications for Spain's political landscape, especially considering the party's influential role in recent years. Should the call for an extraordinary congress gain traction, it might initiate a significant shift in policy direction or leadership within Vox, potentially affecting its electoral outcomes and collaboration with other right-wing entities in Spain.