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Santiago Abascal interview on La Revuelta sparks controversy
The appearance of Vox leader Santiago Abascal on the RTVE program ‘La Revuelta’ has triggered significant controversy and record-breaking viewership. The interview drew approximately 4.8 million viewers, surpassing previous audiences for the show.
Critics and media analysts have heavily scrutinized the format of the broadcast. Many noted that the program abandoned its usual comedic and chaotic essence in favor of a serious political interview, a shift that presenter David Broncano later admitted was a mistake. Broncano expressed regret for not utilizing humor more effectively and for allowing Vox to influence the selection of the studio audience through an external agency.
The TVE News Council has demanded accountability, stating that the program lacked journalistic rigor and should have been handled by professional news services with internal production. While Abascal used the platform to discuss housing, immigration, and criticize the current government, the broadcast faced backlash for appearing to provide a favorable environment for his political discourse.
Following the backlash, Broncano addressed the regular audience to apologize for the quality of the previous episode. The subsequent broadcast featured Ada Colau, who criticized the previous guest and discussed her own political proposals regarding housing and taxation.
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David Broncano · David Uclés · La Revuelta · Pedro Sánchez · RTVE · Santiago Abascal · Vox
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 4 SOURCES] Santiago Abascal is scheduled to appear on La Revuelta on Monday, November 9.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The program stated the episode will be recorded under distinct conditions and due to special circumstances.
- [● 4 SOURCES] The program sent emails to spectators canceling their confirmed attendance for the episode.
- [● 4 SOURCES] Writer David Uclés published a public letter on social media criticizing Santiago Abascal.
- [● 4 SOURCES] A movement called #boicotLaRevuelta has emerged on social media.