Corruption Scandal Threatens Sánchez's Government
Alleged pandemic-era contract kickbacks involve José Luis Ábalos and Santos Cerdán.
Senate, controlled by Popular Party, presses Sánchez during 5-hour hearing.
Sánchez denies wrongdoing, calls probe a witch hunt.
Payments under 1,000 euros were claimed.
Senate puts Sánchez's government at risk; he rejects resignation.
July anti-corruption measures to repair ties with Sumar party.
Top prosecutor faces trial for leaking secrets.
Popular Party seeks early elections as Sánchez is second PM grilled by Senate.
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