Óscar Puente, the politician who aspired to succeed Pedro Sánchez in the PSOE and resigns after two train accidents with 115 dead

Óscar Puente, expected to succeed Pedro Sánchez in the PSOE, resigned following two train accidents that resulted in 115 deaths. Despite his previous intentions, he announced his departure from the Transport Ministry and leadership of the congressional list for Valladolid in the upcoming elections. His resignation came after a series of public engagements alongside Sánchez, where he defended the government's performance and criticized potential alliances between the PP and Vox. Puente's public persona had been a mix of a charismatic figure and an effective manager, but he faced scrutiny after downplaying the main cause of the recent train accident. His departure marks a significant shift in the party's leadership dynamics ahead of the elections.