Puente, Ábalos's substitute who was mentioned as Sánchez's replacement at the head of the PSOE
The now former Minister of Transport arrived at the Ministry three years ago to replace the convicted José Luis Ábalos and positioned himself as one of the most aggressive politicians against the opposition.
Óscar Puente has resigned as Spain's Minister of Transport, citing "dignity, coherence and empathy with the victims" of recent rail accidents. His decision comes after intense pressure from parliamentary groups and those affected by the latest tragedy in Urda, Toledo. Puente was appointed minister in November 2023, replacing José Luis Ábalos, who is in prison for corruption. His resignation was a surprise to the Socialist Party and Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, whom he informed just before announcing it in Congress.
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