Ángel Luis Hurtado Adrián

Ángel Luis Hurtado Adrián is a Spanish judge known for his controversial role in the Gürtel corruption case, which implicated the People's Party (PP) in a major scandal. Initially an unknown figure in the judiciary, Hurtado gained notoriety for his efforts to exonerate the PP from direct involvement in the corruption allegations, a position that led to significant criticism from his peers. In 2020, he ascended to the Supreme Court, where he has continued to make headlines for his judicial decisions, including a recent ruling that could place the Attorney General on trial. Hurtado's career has been marked by his complicated relationship with media narratives and the political implications of his rulings, especially concerning high-profile cases involving prominent politicians.