Laura Chuliá, deputy spokesperson for the PSPV in Parliament, spoke about a leadership shakeup within the Valencian Socialist Party. She argued that the resignation of the PSPV’s deputy general secretary, without prior notice, reflects the impact of internal factional strife and shifts in the party’s direction amid recent upheavals.
Chuliá made these remarks the day after Ana Domínguez, the PSPV’s Deputy General and Equality Secretary, reached out to Ximo Puig, the Valencian Socialist leader, to address the current situation and the need for a change in leadership. The party later issued a statement describing the move as a personal decision shaped by new circumstances that hinder the full fulfillment of the duties attached to that post, a role the PSPV-PSOE has maintained since its 14th National Congress in 2021.
Chuliá recalled that Domínguez had been a principal advocate for Puig within the PSPV administration, noting that he supported a leadership direction during the last congress. She suggested that behind the surface of internal debates lies a broader sense of decline within a party that is now confronting a reshaped political landscape in the Valencian territory and the challenges this poses for its future.
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Chuliá asserted that Puig has been navigating a difficult period, with some observers perceiving him as retreating to Madrid and leaving his colleagues to manage the fallout. She argued that he seems focused on his own political trajectory, balancing roles as an autonomous member of parliament, a senator, and a participant in House of Representatives dynamics. Additionally, she criticized Sánchez’s hypothetical government, suggesting it presents itself as a serious alternative while failing to demonstrate stability, and she warned that this could reflect poorly on the party and its leadership.
She described the resignation of the PSPV’s third-ranked figure, once seen as Puig’s close ally, as merely the tip of a broader iceberg. Internal disputes among Valencian socialists were becoming more visible, according to Chuliá, signaling deeper tensions within the regional organization.
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In the view of many observers, Puig has been pushing key allies within the party, including Pilar Bernabé, while tensions have grown around other figures such as Gabriela Bravo. The ongoing internal rifts have led some to describe an open fragmenting process within the PSPV, where each faction claims influence and seeks to protect its own strategy and leadership style.
Domínguez announced on her social channels that her role as Deputy Secretary General and Equality within the Valencian Socialists represented a major milestone. She expressed gratitude to Ximo Puig for his generosity, trust, hard work, and integrity, while underscoring the personal significance of her decision and the path she intends to pursue going forward.
rapid ascent
Domínguez’s rise within the party’s ranks had been notable. Shortly after Puig elevated Rosa Peris to deputy secretary, another senior figure, Manolo Mata, left his post as deputy general secretary, paving the way for a reshuffle. This sequence highlighted the volatility of the party’s leadership lineup and the shifting alliances within its Valencian cadre.
However, that position was subsequently filled by Pilar Bernabé after the 23J general election, reshaping the internal balance of power. Notably, Domínguez was not included on the regional 28M candidate list, an omission that fueled speculation about her future within the party.
According to party sources cited by observers, the departure was described as a personal decision and was kept separate from broader political movements.
Domínguez previously served as a trusted figure in the PSPV, taking on roles within the regional parliament and advising on policy and political strategy. Her involvement extended to the field of Equality, where she contributed to the work of young feminist movements and engaged with a range of leaders representing both traditional and contemporary currents within Valencian politics. Her work bridged established voices with newer momentum in the party’s social policy discussions.