The general secretary of Junts expresses his concern for the statements of Judge Aguirre

Context and reaction of Jordi Turull

Jordi Turull, general secretary of Junts, has expressed his concern at the compromising words of the investigating judge of the Volhov case, Joaquín Aguirre, which were leaked this Monday morning. Although Turull considers these statements very serious, he is not surprised, as he considers that the judges are doing political activism. These statements demonstrate, according to Turull, the systematic practice of lawfare and probably prevarication.

Aguirre’s statements and their recording

Magistrate Joaquín Aguirre was recorded while talking to officials in courthouses about the investigation of the Volhov case. In the recording, Aguirre refers to the amnesty law and expresses his opinion on the government of Pedro Sánchez. This recording has been published by Canal Red, the television channel directed by Pablo Iglesias (https://correccioencatala.cat/com-estructura-text-catala/).

Reactions of Gonzalo Boye and the Audience of Barcelona

Gonzalo Boye, lawyer for President Carles Puigdemont, highlighted the words spoken by Aguirre, stating that ‘the party is me’. Boye had already announced a lawsuit against the judge in the Volhov case for prevarication. In addition, Boye recalls that the High Court of Barcelona has prohibited Aguirre from continuing to investigate the case.

Conclusion

Judge Aguirre’s statements have generated concern and reactions from Jordi Turull and Gonzalo Boye. These words highlight the existing tension in the Volhov case and the perception of political activism by the judges. It will be necessary to be attentive to the next developments of this case.