Spanish left attacks Donald Trump hours before his inauguration

Just hours before Donald Trump assumes the presidency of the United States, the Spanish left has intensified its attacks on the Republican leader.

In a defiant tone, Pedro Sánchez has self-proclaimed as the new international progressive reference, ready to confront the American leader. Who has made clear his intention to combat the woke ideology head-on.

Sánchez, in an attempt to occupy the position Hugo Chávez once sought against George W. Bush, presents himself as the ideological counterbalance to Trump, although in a very different economic and political context that could leave him more ridiculous than as an influential leader.

Pedro Sánchez has launched harsh criticisms against the big tech companies of Silicon Valley. Accusing them of exercising excessive control over public debate and tipping the scales in favor of figures like Donald Trump.

In an event held in Brussels, Sánchez called on the European Union to rebel against what he termed the "technocasta." Warning that their influence represents a direct threat to democratic values.

Sánchez expressed his concern about the role these companies play in manipulating public opinion through their algorithms. "Democracy can't be reduced to 'a tweet, a vote'."

It's one person, one vote, and we must defend that principle," stated the leader. In this regard, he highlighted how social networks have been used to amplify wingerist messages and undermine trust in democratic institutions.

Europe Must Stand up

The socialist president urged European leaders to unite efforts to counter the growing influence of Silicon Valley. According to Sánchez, these companies, led by figures like Elon Musk, not only support right-wing movements but also deliberately attack European institutions that promote equality and transparency. "We can't allow a group of private companies to control the future of our democracies," he noted.

Moreover, the Spanish government has begun implementing concrete measures to limit disinformation. One of these initiatives is the creation of Alia, an artificial intelligence developed in Spain that will compete with the major tech platforms. Alia will be designed to operate with an ethical approach, promoting content in Spanish and other European languages, and will ensure respect for democratic values.

In line with this objective, the government has also approved a legal reform. That requires influencers with more than 100,000 followers to correct false or inaccurate information. The law, which equates these content creators with media outlets in terms of informational responsibility, seeks to curb the spread of hoaxes that affect public debate.

UGT Secretary Attacks Donald Trump: "A New Black Door Opens"

Pepe Álvarez launched harsh criticisms against Donald Trump at the 34th Congress of the Asturian Socialist Federation (FSA)-PSOE, held in Asturias.

Álvarez, who closed the event with a speech full of concern, described Trump's imminent inauguration as president of the United States. As the beginning of a dark period for the global political and social landscape.

"Tomorrow a new black door opens with the appointment of the new president of the United States," stated Álvarez. Reflecting the unease of numerous progressive sectors both inside and outside Spain.

"A Front of Authoritarian Populism"

Pepe Álvarez didn't limit himself to criticizing Trump's internal policies but also warned about the rise of a global movement he defines as "authoritarian populism." According to the union leader, the Republican's discourse fosters exclusion, discrimination, and conflict politics, weakening the democratic values that must prevail in any society.

In his statements, UGT labeled Trump as "racist, misogynist, homophobic, and warmonger,". Labels that the union justified with concrete examples of his management and rhetoric.

Additionally, Trump's fervent denial of climate change was highlighted. A stance that, according to Álvarez, represents a significant setback in global efforts to combat this crisis.