Susanna Griso and Carlos Alsina analyze on 'Espejo Público' the mask case and point out political responsibilities beyond the trial: "Assuming responsibilities no longer implies resigning"

The presenter Susanna Griso and the journalist Carlos Alsina have addressed in Espejo Público the progress of the trial for the known as "mask case", focusing not only on criminal responsibilities, but also on its political implications. During the conversation, Alsina defended that the case handled by the Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office is “quite solid” and that, in principle, “those who have to be” are in the dock.

The analysis also revolved around the credibility of the testimonies and the context in which they occur. Alsina ironized about the fact that, unlike on other occasions, those involved will testify without financial compensation, which —as he pointed out— should favor them sticking to the truth. Furthermore, he regretted that the trial is not broadcast live, jointly pointing out with Griso, that it should be so "in the interest of greater transparency" allowing citizens to form a more informed opinion without depending on external interpretations.

Beyond the judicial sphere, the journalist highlighted the need to address the political responsibilities derived from the case, pointing directly to the circle of former minister José Luis Ábalos and to president Pedro Sánchez. In this regard, he criticized what he defined as a “new doctrine” in which assuming political responsibilities is limited to recognizing errors without real consequences, recalling that traditionally it implied resignations or more forceful gestures. The debate hinted at the current standards of responsibility in Spanish politics.