The Spanish Ombudsman, , has filed an urgent appeal for protection with the Constitutional Court. This legal action seeks immediate precautionary measures following a Supreme Court ruling that limits voting rights for naturalised citizens.
The Supreme Court recently upheld a suspension of census effects for descendants of exiles under the for the 29 November elections. It ruled that general interests prevail over individual rights for those registered after 1 August 2026.
Gabilondo argues this interpretation may violate fundamental voting rights. The dispute began after appeals from and Iusticia Europa, leading the Ombudsman to act on behalf of individuals and entities seeking to protect their democratic participation.