The president of Argentina, Javier Milei, expressed his satisfaction at having withdrawn state advertising from the media in his country, arguing that they do not require 'lying journalists paid by public funds.' This measure, one of the controversial actions he took upon assuming the presidency in December 2023, has generated a significant impact on the financial situation of Argentine media and on employment in this sector, in addition to the disappearance of the state agency Telam.
During his speech in the National Congress to mark the start of the legislative session, Milei defended his policy of cuts and highlighted the elimination of state advertising to the press, as well as the dismissal of 40,000 public employees. Among the achievements he highlighted, he mentioned the closure of more than 200 areas of the executive branch and the suppression of public bodies such as the Institute of Women.
The president also emphasized the privatization of public companies, arguing that the state should not replace the entrepreneur. Regarding public works, Milei stated that these do not generate jobs, but are financed through taxes, monetary issuance, or debt, affecting future generations.
Amidst the applause of his ministers and deputies from his party La Libertad Avanza (LLA), Milei celebrated the changes implemented in his management and reiterated his position on how the state should act concerning the economy and public policies.
