The constitutional lawyer Felix Lonigro referred to the crypto scandal in which President Javier Milei was involved after promoting the $Libra currency, which collapsed after its announcement. Lonigro stated that it is unlikely Milei will face criminal consequences for this episode, but he may face political repercussions that could erode his credibility.
Lonigro explained that, while we all have the right to express ourselves, the President's freedom of expression is conditioned, especially when it comes to opinions on matters of national relevance. In this case, the lawyer pointed out that Milei's behavior could have had criminal implications if he had incited criminal acts or threats through his posts.
The lawyer highlighted that the President’s political responsibility is also at stake, which could lead Congress to open an investigation into the promotion made by the president. Although the involvement of the Anti-Corruption Office was ruled out, Lonigro emphasized the importance of conducting an investigation to determine if there were irregularities that benefited some and harmed others in this case.
In the midst of this scandal, Lonigro considered it essential to resolve the issue of political responsibility and to clarify whether the President fulfilled his duties as a public official. While he acknowledged that the tweets themselves do not constitute crimes, the lawyer stressed that the President’s actions could have significant political consequences in Congress, which could ultimately affect his ability to govern.
