The Chamber of Deputies of Argentina today gave half approval to the Clean Record Law, a project that has generated controversy in the political sphere of the country. Miguel Ángel Pichetto, a critic of the initiative, believes it would give political supremacy to the judiciary, which would mean a defeat for the institutional political system.
Pichetto mentioned the Brazilian case where former president Lula da Silva was disqualified by a similar law, and emphasized that the Argentine Congress already has tools to expel legislators it deems "unfit". Although the file has passed to the Senate, where the Kirchnerist opposition is in the majority, the final outcome is still uncertain.
On the other hand, the Union for the Homeland bloc opposes the Clean Record Law, accusing it of being directed exclusively against Cristina Fernández de Kirchner. Furthermore, they attempted to question Cristian Ritondo from PRO, accusing him of being involved in offshore companies. Despite the controversy, the motion was rejected amid criticisms and verbal exchanges between factions.
The discussion surrounding the Law continues, with legislators defending its importance to ensure transparency in the political system. If approved, it is expected to prevent the candidacy of individuals with firm criminal convictions. Despite the differences, the Clean Record Law has achieved approval in the Lower House and is now awaiting treatment in the Senate.
