María Jesús Montero is a Spanish politician and member of the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party (PSOE). Born on February 4, 1966, in Sevilla, she has held various positions in the Spanish government, including Minister of Health since January 2020. Montero has played a significant role in managing public health policies, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Before her role as Minister of Health, Montero served as the Minister of Finance from June 2018 to January 2020. She has also been the mayor of Sevilla and has a background in economics and public administration. Montero is known for her commitment to social welfare and healthcare reforms in Spain.