Following the catastrophic floods that claimed at least 218 lives in eastern Spain, a wave of political blame has divided the country. Initially united in the face of disaster, officials are now embroiled in disputes over response coordination. Valencia’s regional leader, Carlos Mazón, has faced criticism for delayed emergency alerts, while the national People’s Party leader questioned the meteorological agency’s reliability. The military’s role in crisis management has also stirred tensions. Calls for a national state of emergency further complicate the political landscape, with accusations aimed at Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez’s government.