María Dolores de Cospedal

María Dolores de Cospedal, born on December thirteenth, nineteen sixty-five, is a prominent Spanish politician and lawyer known for her significant contributions to the People's Party (PP). Her political career is marked by her tenure as the President of Castile-La Mancha from two thousand eleven to two thousand fifteen, where she played a crucial role in regional governance.

In addition to her regional leadership, de Cospedal served as the Minister of Defence of the Government of Spain from two thousand sixteen to two thousand eighteen. This position underscored her influence in national politics and her commitment to the security and defense of Spain.

From two thousand eight to two thousand eighteen, she held the esteemed position of Secretary-General of the PP, working closely with party president Mariano Rajoy. Her leadership within the party was instrumental in shaping its direction during a pivotal time in Spanish politics.