Vox and Journalists in Congress: Media, Politics, and Public Funds

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Vox used its platform again to highlight the behavior of some journalists in the Spanish Congress. Pepa Millán, the spokesperson for the far-right Vox, targeted Silvia Intxaurrondo and David Broncano in a moment described as pointed commentary from the floor of the lower chamber. The exchange drew attention to how media figures are framed when political tension rises and how broadcasters are perceived to react to new government gestures.

More specifically, during a question to Félix Bolaños, the minister responsible for Relations with the Presidency, Justice and the Courts, Millán presented a photograph featuring Intxaurrondo and Broncano. In reference to TVE, she suggested that the media landscape could be swayed by financial considerations and claimed that the institutions might channel public money to push a particular narrative. Her remarks suggested that media coverage could be shaped by funding decisions, a claim that fed into broader debates about media independence and public broadcasting in the political arena.

The spokesperson went on to describe Broncano as a comedian who appeared to be indifferent and compliant toward the PSOE. After circulating two pages of printed images, she argued that those in power had chosen to back and sponsor certain voices. She criticized what she called a costly approach to politics, asserting that the current administration had a plan focused on areas like health and education as part of its governance strategy, implying these were central priorities for the Presidency.

Following the incident, a video of Millán’s remarks circulated widely on social networks. Silvia Intxaurrondo responded through her official X account with a concise statement that quickly gained traction. Her eight-word reply underscored a perception that lists and categorization are sometimes part of a longer tradition in political discourse, resonating with audiences who monitor how media and politics intersect in real time.

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