The administration will continue with the legislative process so that the Upper House can exercise its powers and provide the corresponding agreements to the nominations. The National Government reaffirms its position of not allowing political interests to prevail over those of the Argentine people.
The president nominated Manuel García-Mansilla and Ariel Lijo for the Supreme Court in March 2024. The candidates met all legal requirements and their suitability for the position was demonstrated.
The National Constitution establishes that the President has the authority to appoint judges of the Supreme Court. Due to the lack of consideration of the nominations in the Senate, the President decided to include the matter in the extraordinary sessions for the candidates to be considered.
President Milei appointed doctors Manuel García-Mansilla and Ariel Lijo in a commission as Supreme Court judges due to the lack of agreement in the Senate. This decision is based on the need to normalize the functioning of the highest judicial court in the country.
The President's Office recalls that historically, presidents have exercised the authority to appoint Supreme Court judges in a commission when there is no agreement in the Senate. It is essential to ensure the normal functioning of one of the branches of the Republic.
The Senate must express agreement or rejection of the presidential proposals based on the suitability of the candidates, not on political interests. The procedures for consultation and citizen participation have been fulfilled, and it is expected that the Senate will make an objective decision.
The president has temporarily appointed Manuel García-Mansilla and Ariel Lijo as Supreme Court judges to ensure its functioning. It is essential for the Senate to act objectively and not politically when considering these appointments.
