Vox is continuing to disclose the list of mayoral candidates across the province as municipal elections approach on May 28. The latest announcement concerns the town of San Vicente del Raspeig. The party’s National Executive Board has also confirmed its leadership slate, naming Adrian Garcia Martinez as Vox’s mayoral candidate for l’Alacantí. Born in Onil in 1980, Garcia Martinez is described by Vox as a family-oriented civil servant who values sport, honesty, justice, freedom, equality, and humility. His professional background includes service in the Ministry of Interior, along with qualifications in building maintenance, repair, and electrical installation.
Alicante
The political landscape in Alicante is shifting ahead of the local elections, with Vox reshaping its leadership team. The incumbent mayoral spokesperson, Mario Ortolá, will not stand again, despite being second on Vox’s list. The party has tapped Carmen Robledillo, a lawyer, as its new mayoral nominee. Robledillo is closely linked to local cultural networks, including associations connected with the Bonfires celebration and the Florida Portazgo community. She is also connected to Manuel Jiménez, a councilor responsible for public works and highway matters who currently aligns with the People’s Party on fiestas-related issues. In this environment, Luis Barcala’s supporters are closely tracking Vox’s moves, aware that the composition of the municipal government could hinge on the election outcome and the potential decline of Ciudadanos in the region.
In a broader regional context, the removal of the long-standing mayoral office from the status quo has added another layer to the political conversation. Vox has named Carlos Flores Juberías as a candidate with strong ties to constitutional law. Flores, a Valencia University professor, has built a profile around his academic credentials, holding a law degree and a PhD from the University of Valencia, complemented by a degree in political science from UNED. He has served as a professor of Constitutional Law at the University of Valencia since 1989 and is known for his involvement with the regional governance dialogue. Since 2015, he has held a position on regional transparency structures, including an executive role in the Transparency Council. His candidacy reflects Vox’s intent to emphasize legal expertise and institutional knowledge within its regional leadership team.
Alicante: Ortega’s visit and the market scene
Javier Ortega Smith, Vox’s vice president and national spokesperson, recently paid a visit to the central market of Alicante. The trip coincided with discussions about environmental policies, including a low-emission zone in the city center, as well as a no-confidence motion voiced by Vox. The market excursion offered a vivid contrast to television studios, as Ortega Smith interacted with merchants and supporters amid the everyday bustle of the old market building. He spoke candidly about Vox’s stance on economic and public administration questions, including criticisms directed at the People’s Party’s leadership and the overarching national political climate under Pedro Sanchez. The moment underscored Vox’s strategy of engaging directly with local communities and business owners to illustrate its positions beyond courtroom and campaign speeches.