José Luis Albalos used a cinematic reference to rename his profile on social networks. Sources close to the former minister explained this to ABC “In the Name of Abalos” is a tribute to the movie “In the Name of the Father” where they consider it … There are similarities in the plot of that feature film with what the former socialist leader experiences as he enters Soto del Real.
In the Name of the Father, released in 1993, tells the story of an Irish man who is unjustly imprisoned for an IRA attack. The film, which starred Daniel Day-Lewis, received seven Academy Award nominations but did not win a statuette.
My gratitude for the good treatment I receive in prison from all officials and other prisoners. My adjustment has been less traumatic than I expected. Of course, it’s very cold here.
I will remain strong and steadfast, and by putting myself in prison, they will not…
– Bassem Abalos (@abalosmeco) November 30, 2025
Similarity with the movie
It happens that at the end of the film, the protagonist is able to prove his innocence. Ábalos’ footnote explains to ABC that the two stories have similarities because they are considered so There was no risk of flight for a temporary detention order to be issued For the former minister.
It is a “highly political” judicial decision, according to these same sources. Hence the new baptism of the name of the former minister’s profile on social media. Their updated messages capture the media’s focus.
The former minister does not carry it
These same sources shed light on this method, and it is clear that the former minister He did not have his cell phone in Soto’s cell From SAR. The person he trusts the most in his environment is responsible for controlling the Ábalos’ social networks.
This person maintains direct contact with the former socialist leader and they agree on messages that are eventually published on “X’s” social network. The former minister has already received two visits in Soto del Real prison: a visit from Victor Manuel, his eldest son, and a visit from Andrea, his current partner.