Spain's Socialists Clear Rajoy's Path to New Government

The transcript discusses the Spanish Socialist Party's decision to abstain in a confidence vote, allowing Mariano Rajoy to form a government and ending a 10-month political stalemate in Spain. This decision was difficult for the Socialists, as they typically oppose Rajoy but wanted to remain politically relevant. The leadership change, with Pedro Sanchez being rejected, marked a significant shift for the party.

In what way was the decision of the Socialist Party described as agonizing?

What challenges did the former leader of the Socialist Party, Pedro Sanchez, face?