Politics Country March 02, 2025

Tensions Rise in Argentine Assembly as President Provokes Opposition

During the Legislative Assembly, President Javier Milei confronted opposition lawmakers, resulting in chaos and confrontations. The political atmosphere has become increasingly tense, showcasing divisions within the government.


Tensions Rise in Argentine Assembly as President Provokes Opposition

The president provoked Manes during the Legislative Assembly, inciting him to read a document and questioning his understanding of how the brain works. The situation became tense when Manes showed the Constitution to Caputo, who later confronted the radical in a corridor of the lower house, witnessed by journalists and other observers.

During this event, accredited journalists were held back at the end of the session, leading to scuffles with security. Meanwhile, the president left satisfied after his speech, culminating with his classic battle cry "Long Live Freedom, damn it!".

In a self-congratulatory atmosphere, President Milei claimed to be the best government in Argentine history, surrounded by supporters in the galleries of the chamber. Caputo and Parisini, among others, watched the spectacle from a balcony, while Karina Milei attracted attention due to her connection to the $Libra scandal.

Despite the complaints regarding the "crypto-scam", the president avoided addressing the issue during his speech. Attempts by the opposition to remind of this scandal were thwarted by security personnel, indicating an evident strategy of obfuscation.

The official broadcast showed cracks when Vice President Villarruel was avoided, leading to a confrontation between Milei and her at the end of the speech. This incident highlighted a deteriorated relationship between the two leaders.

Additionally, the decree appointment of new Supreme Court judges and the presence of unusual figures in the chamber, such as Marcela Pagano with her baby, added elements of interest and bewilderment to the day. The involvement of influencer Fijap in a scuffle between Caputo and Manes was another controversial episode that stood out during the Assembly.