Who is Juan Branco, the Franco-Spanish lawyer for opponent Ousmane Sonko?

Who is Juan Branco, the Franco-Spanish lawyer for opponent Ousmane Sonko?

Juan Branco is a Franco-Spanish lawyer known for his commitment to human rights and social justice. Recently, he was the lawyer for Senegalese opponent Ousmane Sonko, who was arrested and prosecuted on rape charges.

Born September 26, 1989 in Zaragoza, Spain, Juan Branco is the son of a Spanish mother and a French father. He grew up in a family environment marked by politics and activism. Her father, Miguel Branco, is a renowned economist and her mother, Teresa Branco, is a woman engaged in social movements.

Juan Branco studied law at the University Panthéon-Assas in Paris, where he obtained a degree in corporate legal advice. He then continued his studies at Sciences Po, where he obtained a master’s degree in international law and another in public law. Passionate about the defense of human rights, Branco also completed a master’s degree in human rights at Columbia University in New York.

The Franco-Spanish lawyer is famous for his involvement in numerous political and social struggles. He has worked on high-profile cases such as the “Yellow Vests” case and that of Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks. Branco is known for his radical positions in favor of social justice and political transparency.

Recently, Juan Branco became the legal defender of Ousmane Sonko, a Senegalese politician who is considered one of the main opponents of President Macky Sall. Sonko, leader of the political party “Pastef Les Patriotes”, was arrested following accusations of rape brought against him by a masseuse.

In the highly publicized case, Branco said the charges against Sonko were politically motivated and part of a smear campaign aimed at discrediting him. He claimed that Sonko was the victim of judicial persecution to prevent him from participating actively in the Senegalese political scene.

Juan Branco made considerable efforts to defend his client, filing a request for provisional release and contesting the legal proceedings. He also denounced the climate of intimidation and human rights violations perpetrated against Sonko and his supporters.

As a committed lawyer, Juan Branco continues to fight for the protection of fundamental rights and justice for all. His role in the defense of Ousmane Sonko brought the case to international attention and rekindled discussions about freedom of expression and the rights of the political opposition in Senegal.

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