Sócrates to Testify While Still Attempting to Halt Trial - A Legal Battle Continues
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Sócrates to Testify While Still Attempting to Halt Trial - A Legal Battle Continues

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  • José Sócrates to testify in the Operation Marquês trial, facing 22 criminal charges

  • Seeks CJEU intervention in a bid to halt the trial, criticizing the investigation and judicial process

  • Trial highlights the intersection of national and European legal systems

José Sócrates, the former Prime Minister of Portugal, is set to testify in the ongoing Operation Marquês trial at the Campus da Justiça in Lisbon. Accused of 22 crimes, Sócrates is expected to use this opportunity to once again criticize the investigation and the judicial process.

In a parallel move, Sócrates has filed an appeal seeking the intervention of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU), marking another attempt to stall the proceedings. This legal maneuver underscores the high stakes of the trial, which has captivated national attention for years.

The defense's strategy to involve the CJEU highlights the complexities of the case, which intertwines national legal challenges with potential European legal dimensions. As the trial progresses, all eyes are on Sócrates' next steps and the potential implications for Portugal's political and legal landscape.

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