Santiago Abascal

Santiago Abascal, born on April fourteenth, nineteen seventy-six, is a prominent Spanish politician, sociologist, and essayist. He has been at the helm of Vox, a far-right political party, since its inception in two thousand fourteen. His leadership has significantly shaped the party's direction and influence in Spanish politics.

In addition to his role with Vox, Abascal has been the president of Patriots.eu since two thousand twenty-four and has served as a member of the Congress of Deputies representing Madrid since two thousand nineteen. His political journey began with the centre-right People's Party, where he made his mark as a legislator in the Basque Parliament.

Abascal is also known for founding the Fundación para la Defensa de la Nación Española, an organization dedicated to Spanish nationalism. His commitment to public service is further exemplified by his appointments as the director of two public agencies within the Community of Madrid, showcasing his dedication to governance and civic responsibility.