Carlos Mazon, the acting president of the Generalitat, announced his resignation on Monday, marking the beginning of a new chapter in his life. Following widespread criticism regarding his management, Mazon will take a brief period of rest at the request of his family.
In his statement to the press, Mazon expressed, “I can assure you that I would have resigned a long time ago if it were solely up to my personal will.” After his short break, he plans to consult with a medical professional. Sources from the Generalitat clarified that this time off should not be interpreted as a work-related leave.
As he steps back, Mazon will continue to serve as the interim president until his successor is officially announced in the BOE. His final public engagement will take place on Tuesday, November 4, when he leads the Consell meeting. Following this, his political future remains uncertain.
The bureaucratic process for appointing Mazon”s replacement will take approximately two weeks once he formally submits his resignation to the media. Speculation about potential successors has been growing, with names such as the president of the Diputación de Valencia and the current mayor gaining traction. However, the front-runner appears to be Mazon”s right-hand person, who has been frequently mentioned in recent discussions about the upcoming leadership change.
The new president will face a challenging mandate as they navigate the political landscape leading up to the anticipated elections.
