PAPAL VISIT Emotional Milei bids farewell to Pope as Leo departs for Peru Today 15:01 Pope Leo XIV’s successful visit ended with a Mass attended by huge crowds in front of the Basilica of Our Lady of Luján, which drew more than three million worshippers.
PAPAL VISIT 'We must learn to live together': Pope Leo sends Milei a message in first speech 08-11-2026 19:48 Pope Leo urges Milei to defend democracy and respect limits on power in first speech in Argentina; Pontiff calls for dialogue across political differences, says economy must serve people and pays tribute to predecessor Francis.
Flávio flees Brazil Private jet firm used by Bolsonaro previously sparked scandal for Milei 29-10-2026 00:46 Bolsonaro flew on a Gulfstream operated by Baires Fly SA after crossing into Argentina; Firm's manager was accused by prosecutors last year of involvement in ANDIS graft scandal.
$LIBRA CRYPTO SCANDAL $LIBRA crypto case: Key points from the ruling that cleared the Milei siblings 27-10-2026 14:12 Investigation uncovered deleted chats, notes about payments and an offer mentioning the President and his sister – but none of the suspects were questioned. by Mauricio Caminos
CRYPTOCURRENCY SCAM Court clears Milei siblings in $LIBRA cryptocurrency case 23-10-2026 19:53 Judge agrees investor losses and the token’s collapse were insufficient to establish fraud, dismissing allegations against the President, his sister and nine other defendants following prosecutor's request.
SACKINGS AT OLIVIOS Aide to Karina Milei resigns amid Olivos residence scandal 21-09-2026 17:07 María Belén Agudiez, senior official in Karina Milei’s department who had responsibility for services at presidential residence, steps down after security overhaul that removed 12 staff, including her brother-in-law.
CRIME & INSECURITY Milei-linked consultant refuses to testify in Bolivia shooting case 19-08-2026 10:13 Fernando Cerimedo was arrested after his former partner was shot in Santa Cruz, with Bolivian prosecutors investigating whether others masterminded the attack; Victim Nadia Beller accuses her ex-lover of attempting to kill her and makes allegations about consultant's past and involvement in ANDIS scandal linked to Milei siblings.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Campaign battle royale as outsiders and professionals face Milei 15-08-2026 05:33 Political campaigns in Argentina have been governed by fragmentation, negative voting and thin results in the last few presidential bouts. There’s also been big surprises. by Agustino Fontevecchia
POLITICS LLA-PRO conclave as Mauricio Macri, Karina Milei ‘resume contact’ 13-08-2026 00:07 Representatives from La Libertad Avanza and PRO meet at Casa Rosada in bid to re-open lines of dialogue and coordinate congressional efforts; Light warming of relations comes months after ex-president and current leader spoke.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Cristina and Karina – the two most powerful women in Argentina 24-07-2026 00:06 The fact that Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and Karina Milei are the two most influential women in the country speaks as much to their own qualities as to the shortcomings of a country still wedded to polarisation. by Gustavo González
Politics – Analysis Hiding behind the World Cup, Milei siblings restructure their government 18-07-2026 06:50 The World Cup provided the Milei administration a much-needed breather after three months under siege. Javier and Karina Milei are learning by doing, but by doing so they are slowly but surely resembling what they initially promised to battle. by Agustino Fontevecchia
INTERVIEW / MODO FONTEVECCHIA Andrés Gil Domínguez: ‘Eliminating the PASO primaries would strip opposition of tool to unify’ 07-07-2026 05:15 Constitutional lawyer analyses the possible elimination or suspension of the PASO primaries in Argentina, arguing that its possible reform or repeal responds more to political strategy than institutional improvement. by Jorge Fontevecchia
POLITICS & CONGRESS Santilli's first test: Casa Rosada short of votes to scrap PASO primaries 06-07-2026 09:34 Milei’s new Cabinet chief must negotiate with governors and opposition caucuses over controversial reform that would eliminate compulsory primaries.
DIPLOMACY Milei star guest at US Embassy’s 250th independence day celebration 03-07-2026 16:41 Javier Milei first sitting Argentine president to attend US Embassy’s annual party in Buenos Aires; Ambassador Peter Lamelas hails relationship between two nations as United States marks 250 years of US independence. by James Grainger
INTERVIEW / MODO FONTEVECCHIA Marcela Pagano: ‘It’s become evident that it is Karina Milei who calls the shots’ 03-07-2026 00:27 National deputy says Javier Milei’s government "has covered up Manuel Adorni’s corruption," that voters have fallen out of love with La Libertad Avanza and that Karina Milei, the President’s sister, is the one who’s really in charge in Argentina. by Jorge Fontevecchia
DIPLOMACY Ambassador Lamelas: ‘US stands shoulder to shoulder with Argentina’ 02-07-2026 13:42 US Ambassador to Argentina Peter Lamelas proclaims support for President Javier Milei and explains his own "America Dream" in a speech marking 250th anniversary of the US Declaration of Independence.
POLITICS & MONEY Fundación Faro told to name donors behind US$4.8mn windfall 02-07-2026 07:00 Fundación Faro presented itself as a platform of ideas. But the libertarian think tank’s opaque finances, links to key Milei insiders and 400-fold surge in donations have left the organisation facing uncomfortable questions from regulators and judges. by Giselle Leclercq
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Corruption scandals push Milei toward Argentina establishment he vilified 01-07-2026 12:37 President Javier Milei rode to power vowing to destroy the political elite he derided as “the caste.” Now, after a string of corruption scandals, he’s turning to one of its most recognisable figures.
POLITICS Milei taps lifetime politician Santilli to lead his Cabinet after scandal 29-06-2026 12:43 Javier Milei once vowed to eradicate entrenched politicians like Diego Santilli, yet he turned to him as a candidate and later named him interior minister. Now, the former PRO politician is Argentina's new Cabinet chief.
POLITICS Milei confirms Santilli as new Cabinet chief after Adorni exit 28-06-2026 21:36 Government confirms Diego Santilli as new Cabinet chief; Former interior minister replaces Manuel Adorni, who resigned amid scandal.
POLITICS & SCANDAL From trips to unexplained wealth – Scandals that led to Adorni's exit 28-06-2026 13:22 Former Cabinet chief steps down after months of mounting political and judicial scrutiny – here’s how we got here.
POLITICS: CABINET CHANGES Milei looks to Santilli to move beyond Adorni chapter 28-06-2026 12:49 President hopes trusted former PRO operator can help La Libertad Avanza regain the initiative after Manuel Adorni's resignation and push the scandal off the agenda.
POLITICS Adorni resigns, blames media and clears path for Santilli 28-06-2026 09:54 The political death throes of Javier Milei's third Cabinet chief lasted longer than expected. There is relief in the Casa Rosada after a pincer movement involving all libertarian factions, PRO, Patricia Bullrich and the UCR. Diego Santilli is preparing to lead the cabinet and repair the damage. by Juan Pablo Kavanagh
POLITICS & SCANDAL Milei’s Cabinet chief resigns months after private jet scandal 28-06-2026 09:13 Resignation marks a sharp reversal for the government after President Milei himself repeatedly brushed off the revelations about Manuel Adorni, deriding them as attacks orchestrated by the opposition and local media.
POLITICS & SCANDAL Adorni finally resigns as Cabinet chief after months of scandal 28-06-2026 01:14 Cabinet chief finally steps down after months of pressure, citing relentless media attacks; Official admitted he concealed US$500,000 from his asset declarations. Resignation is a significant blow to Javier Milei's inner circle.
POLITICS & SCANDAL Reports of Adorni's imminent departure from government ramp up 27-06-2026 09:03 Rumours circulating that Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni will leave the government imminently as further lurid headlines emerge in the press.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Milei’s ethics 27-06-2026 00:48 Milei has a militant and narrow world view that he’s tied to a vision that integrates AI and tech billionaires. Those same players have a global agenda that they will pursue, and Argentina will only be part of that plan for as long as it is useful for them. by Agustino Fontevecchia
POLITICS President shows support for under-fire Adorni at Flag Day rally 20-06-2026 14:16 President stands by close ally Manuel Adorni despite mounting pressure over undeclared assets and growing calls for his resignation.
ANALYSIS World Cup blues in Messi and Milei’s Argentina 20-06-2026 05:59 The World Cup provides partial reprieve for nearly six weeks, especially if Messi & Co are in it for a deep run. Politics, though, continues its course, and Adorni is coming up to the chopping block. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Editorial From the sublime to the ridiculous 20-06-2026 05:40 In the past, countless ministers have been sacrificed to protect a President but now presidential popularity is being laid on the line to save a minister.
Politics Milei to stand by his man as calls for Adorni’s sacking grow 19-06-2026 11:54 Former ally Ramiro Marra becomes latest voice to call for official’s resignation; Mounting problems for top official, who admitted he failed to declare cash savings and is struggling to explain his expenditure.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS The Milei siblings are losing soldiers, fast 13-06-2026 05:59 If Argentina’s football team has a decent showing in the World Cup, inflation continues to come down and the economy begins to grow, then Javier and Toto can hope to come out the other end and look to consolidate their political project for the second half of 2026. by Agustino Fontevecchia
AS I SEE IT The reign of Queen Karina 06-06-2026 06:00 Karina evidently shares her brother’s contempt for misguided people whose ideas and values do not coincide with his own. by James Neilson
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei suffers split in his party over judge nomination row 05-06-2026 13:24 La Libertad Avanza caucus and opposition senators reached consensus to clear vote on 74 nominations; Controversial attempt to revert on María Verónica Michelli, vetoed by the Executive Branch after initial approval, comes after week of ruling party turmoil.
POLITICS La Libertad Avanza sizes up provincial agreements for 2027 election 19-05-2026 14:28 Preliminary plans and talks are underway as President Javier Milei’s party seeks to secure its regional allies across all of Argentina’s provinces; Government sources say definitions will be made after the World Cup, but the first bridges are already being built.
POLITICS, COURTS & CORRUPTION Comodoro Py smells blood, activates Milei government corruption cases 13-05-2026 13:27 Five high-profile cases progressing within the Comodoro Py federal courthouse in Retiro compromise members of the national government – those most concerning the Milei government are ‘$LIBRA’ cryptocurrency scam and allegations related to the ANDIS national disability agency. by Barbara Komarovsky
Politics Milei siblings close ranks around Adorni at Cabinet meeting 09-05-2026 08:45 President Javier Milei publicly backs top aide Manuel Adorni during tense Cabinet meeting overshadowed by allegations over his wealth and assets; Backing comes after Security Minister Patricia Bullrich spoke up, increasing pressure on Cabinet chief to disclose info about his finances.
Political insider What Manuel Adorni is covering up 07-05-2026 14:07 Cabinet Chief’s never-ending scandal is source of growing unease within President Javier Milei's government. by Javier Calvo
POLLING & SURVEYS Left-winger Bregman tops popularity poll as President plummets 30-04-2026 15:24 Polling by Atlas Intel consultancy firm shows FIT-U deputy Myriam Bregman as the political figure with the best positive image in the country.
POLITICS Cabinet Chief Adorni denies corruption allegations in Congress appearance 29-04-2026 16:50 Under-fire official presents management report to Congress, accompanied by President Javier Milei and several top officials; Cabinet chief denies corruption allegations and declares: “I have committed no crime.”
Politics Under-fire Adorni faces marathon grilling from opposition in Congress debut 28-04-2026 14:34 Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni faces defining Congress test; First report in Chamber of Deputies set to stretch six hours, President Milei set to attend; Opposition likely to pose queries over under-fire official's wealth and assets.
FERIA DEL LIBRO 2026 Milei's culture secretary heckled at opening of 50th BA book fair 24-04-2026 15:49 Culture Secretary Leanardo Cifelli heckled and jeered during speech at inauguration of Buenos Aires International Book Fair; Protesters criticise government, boo and whistle president's name.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Smelling a drop of blood in the water 17-04-2026 16:17 Losing control of the digital discourse for Milei is akin to losing the streets for a traditional Peronist politician of the 21st-century. by Agustino Fontevecchia
Foreign policy & diplomacy Milei heads to Israel as Middle East ceasefire clock ticks down 17-04-2026 15:40 Visit to the Western Wall, meetings, ceremonies and the nation’s highest honour – Milei’s schedule in Israel; Presidential delegation departs this Saturday at 11am.
POLITICS Karina takes Adorni south in show of support as scrutiny mounts 17-04-2026 01:44 Government insists it’s business-as-usual as drip-feed revelations over Manuel Adorni’s finances ramp up pressure on official; Presidential Chief-of-Staff takes Cabinet chief with her to Neuquén for Vaca Muerta visit.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Russian psyops and the dance of the candidates 11-04-2026 07:34 The Milei administration is on the back foot, tired, hanging off the ropes, but is nowhere near knockout territory. by Agustino Fontevecchia
RULING PARTY POLITICS Pilar Ramírez: ‘Fixer’ steps up for La Libertad Avanza in Buenos Aires 02-04-2026 22:54 Head of the ruling party’s caucus in City legislature asserts her influence and consolidates control in the capital. Her relationship with Karina Milei, role within La Libertad Avanza and why her Peronist origins don’t work against her. by Juan Pablo Kavanagh
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Crypto-scandal: Novelli and Milei’s US$5-million $LIBRA deal 21-03-2026 00:02 To President Milei’s favour, he’s not the first top-level public official to use his position for personal benefit. But according to his terminology, such behaviour is one of the prime definitions of the caste. by Agustino Fontevecchia
'CRYPTOGATE' SCANDAL Probe revived into ‘$LIBRA’ crypto scam fresh headache for Milei 16-03-2026 21:23 Opposition lawmakers reopen probe after reports of calls, messages and a draft US$5-million promotion deal linked to the LIBRA cryptocurrency.
'CRYPTOGATE' SCANDAL Entrepenuer's phone records cast doubt on President's '$LIBRA' defence 15-03-2026 10:30 Mobile phone records show President Javier Milei spoke repeatedly with a crypto entrepreneur linked to the token’s launch shortly before promoting it online; Alongside flurry of calls, investigators find draft mobile phone note that refers to possible US$5-million contact.