Jesús Ferreras said during a broadcast of Al Rojo Vivo that Vito Quiles is not a journalist but a far-right agitator [1].

The dispute highlights the intensifying tension between traditional Spanish media outlets and independent commentators who leverage social media to target political figures. This confrontation underscores a broader debate in Spain regarding the definition of journalism and the boundaries of political commentary.

Speaking from the La Sexta studio in Madrid on Thursday, Ferreras addressed the nature of Quiles' work [1]. The remarks followed a recent video published by Quiles that targeted the wife of the Spanish Prime Minister [1]. Ferreras said, "Vito Quiles no es periodista, es un agitador de extrema derecha" [1].

The broadcast occurred as Quiles' content continues to draw scrutiny from both media critics and legal observers. The video in question has prompted significant criticism and may lead to a legal complaint [1]. This development follows a pattern of digital content creation that often blurs the line between reporting and political activism.

Ferreras used the platform to distinguish between professional journalistic standards and the tactics used by Quiles to engage audiences [1]. The exchange reflects the deep ideological divide within the Spanish media landscape, where the role of the press is frequently contested by those operating outside traditional institutional frameworks.

While Quiles presents himself as a source of information, Ferreras' assessment characterizes him as a political operative rather than a member of the press [1]. The tension between the two figures serves as a proxy for the larger conflict between established media houses and the rise of right-wing digital influence in Spain.

“"Vito Quiles no es periodista, es un agitador de extrema derecha"”

This confrontation illustrates the growing friction in Spain between traditional journalistic institutions and digital-first commentators. By stripping Quiles of the 'journalist' label, Ferreras is attempting to delegitimize the influence of social-media-driven narratives that bypass editorial filters. The potential for legal action regarding the targeting of the prime minister's wife further signals a shift toward using judicial means to address digital disinformation and personal attacks in the political sphere.