POLITICS & CONGRESS New juvenile penal regime clears Senate committee 19-02-2026 20:02 Proposal would raise the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14 and reform a dictatorship-era law to create a special new regime for minors.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Government removes controversial Article 44 to secure labour reform passage 19-02-2026 19:52 Bullrich admits labour reform “error” in not differentiating between serious and minor illnesses.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Milei government targets end of month for labour reform approval 17-02-2026 16:35 After accepting that it will have to tweak controversial article on sick pay, President Javier MIlei’s government wants its labour reform bill to be signed off in the Senate on February 27 – in time for his state-of-the-nation speech.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Molotov cocktails and circumstantial majorities 14-02-2026 06:12 The arts of politics the President despises once again gives his government political momentum, as it did during its first year. Once again, they have a chance to keep the ball rolling, but the secret is to keep the president’s mouth (relatively) shut in order not to pick a fight with its allies. by Agustino Fontevecchia
POLITICS & CONGRESS Lower house backs bill to lower age of criminal responsibility 12-02-2026 21:28 Deputies approve lowering the age of criminal responsibility from 16 to 14 with 149 votes in favour, 100 against; Bill supported by La Libertad Avanza, UCR, PRO, Provincias Unidas and other deputies.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Government secures clear labour reform victory in Senate 12-02-2026 11:06 La Libertad Avanza, supported by UCR, PRO and provincial caucuses, pushes through labour reform after 15 hours of debate; Decisive 42 to 30 victory, Casa Rosada wants approval before March 1; Debate moves to the Chamber of Deputies, which can still review text.
POLITICS & LABOUR Milei’s labour reform clears first hurdle despite demonstrations 12-02-2026 10:58 Labour reform wins Senate approval in early morning vote after day of violent clashes near Congress; With 42 votes in favour and 30 against, controversial package will be debated by national deputies in the coming days; Lawmakers can still revise text.
POLITICS, JUSTICE & CONGRESS Push to lower age of criminal responsibility set for Congress kick-off 30-01-2026 09:47 President Javier Milei’s government will seek to lower the age of criminal responsibility to 13 or 14 during extraordinary sessions of Congress, reviving a long-running debate over juvenile crime and punishment.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Lowering age of criminal responsibility – is Argentina legislating in mood of violent emotion? 28-01-2026 15:56 Is the Milei government's bill "political opportunism," a distraction or the handing down of real consequences to those who commit crime? by Barbara Komarovsky
DISINFORMATION & SOCIAL MEDIA Patagonia’s wildfires become weapons of disinformation 14-01-2026 16:05 From Mapuche scapegoating to an alleged Israeli plot – how conspiracy theories, false narratives, AI images and political agendas distorted the truth behind the devastating blazes in southern Argentina. by Giselle Leclercq
EU-MERCOSUR TRADE DEAL EU-Mercosur trade deal will be signed January 17, confirms foreign minister 09-01-2026 17:48 "The good news continues" – Argentina’s government celebrates EU greenlight for Mercosur trade agreement; Milei, Minister Caputo and Quirno join in the celebrations.
BILATERAL DISPUTE Argentina ‘working to bring’ security officer detained in Venezuela home 06-01-2026 18:51 National Security Minister Alejandra Monteoliva says Argentina’s government is working around the clock to press Caracas to free detained Border Guard officer, who has been held by Venezuelan authorities since 2024.
POLITICS – ANALYSIS Milei’s tactical retreat and the liquid contours of power 20-12-2025 08:48 Milei’s libertarians have grown in owned legislative muscle, they still need from circumstantial allies and provincial governors to pass legislation. by Agustino Fontevecchia
POLITICS & SPORT Tapia distances himself from AFA’s negative headlines at home 18-12-2025 01:18 AFA says Milei “has chosen it as a target of his political ambitions” as Bullrich files corruption complaint with CONMEBOL against football governing body’s chief and treasurer.
CAMPAIGN COMMENTS The curtain falls … and rises 13-12-2025 09:17 The new Senate has no less than 13 caucuses but the big picture has 21 senators responding directly to the Javier Milei administration, 26 in the Kirchnerite orbit, 14 in the centre-right and 11 heeding purely provincial interests. by Michael Soltys
POLITICS & SECURITY Bullrich resigns as security minister to take up Senate seat 01-12-2025 10:23 Senator-elect Patricia Bullrich submits resignation; Departing national security minister, who went from President Milei’s rival to one of his favoured officials, will retain influence through replacement Alejandra Monteoliva.
MISSING CHILD Court merges Loan Peña casefiles, paving way for 17 defendants to stand trial 26-11-2025 10:22 Unification clears procedural challenges as 17 defendants move toward oral trial over disappearance of five-year-old in June 2024; Seven accused of abduction and concealment of boy, another 10 face other charges.
POLITICS & SECURITY Bullrich ploughs cash into immigration controls, unveils new force 25-11-2025 16:33 The sum in question is 181 billion pesos, included in the 2026 Budget; additional funds will be needed for the new border-control force.
Politics Government hails Army chief appointment, opposition voices criticism 23-11-2025 10:06 Milei, Caputo, Bullrich and Adorni welcome the arrival of Monteoliva and Presti – but Peronist leaders brands appointment of new Defence chief “enormous step backwards.”
POLITICS Milei puts military back in charge of defence after 42 years of civilian rule 23-11-2025 09:57 President Javier Milei names Lieutenant General Carlos Presti, current head of the Army, as Argentina’s new defence minister; Opposition criticises move as "step backwards"; Since December 1983, when Raúl Alfonsín began his Presidency following the end of military dictatorship, all post-holders have been civilians.
Cabinet changes Karina and Patricia the clear winners in Milei’s new Cabinet structure 13-11-2025 16:07 Changes published in Decree 793/25 enhance the influence of the President’s sister; Santilli takes over a reduced "mini-ministry." by Pablo Varela
Cabinet changes Milei moves to ‘purify’ Cabinet, leaving PRO outside looking in 01-11-2025 12:08 Guillermo Francos departs with Manuel Adorni replacing him; Santiago Caputo set for key role; President Milei set to centralise and consolidate power in bid to forge a ‘pure’ libertarian Cabinet.
POLITICS & CONGRESS Blow for Macri as Bullrich-faithful deputies jump ship to Milei’s party 01-11-2025 10:16 Seven PRO lawmakers abandon PRO caucus in lower house to join La Libertad Avanza, just days after winning election. Group includes Damián Arabia, Sabrina Ajmechet, Laura Rodríguez Machado, Silvana Giudici, Patricia Vázquez, María Luisa González Estevarena and Carlos Almena.
POLITICS Milei delays Cabinet changes after electoral triumph 30-10-2025 00:27 President says that he may avoid further modifications until change of Congress on December 10.
ELECTION 2025: ANALYSIS Winners and losers from Argentina’s pivotal midterm election 27-10-2025 14:18 Sunday’s legislative elections left a group of clear winners and losers; Javier Milei, Karina Milei, Diego Santilli and Santiago Caputo were among those celebrating, but the Peronists will have to pick themselves up off the floor.
Election 2025: Reaction Milei thanks ‘10 million Argentines’ as he revels in election win 26-10-2025 22:50 President thanks his team and “10 million Argentines” who voted for La Libertad Avanza and its allies in the national legislative vote.
POLITICS Cabinet reshuffle: Who will head Milei’s ministries going forward? 22-10-2025 15:05 One by one, the post-election changes President Milei is preparing for his Cabinet; Among the names being discussed are Santiago Caputo, Patricia Bullrich, Luis Petri, Guillermo Francos and more. by Alejandro Gomel
Cabinet changes Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein presents resignation to President Milei 22-10-2025 12:06 Foreign Minister Gerardo Werthein has submitted his resignation to President Javier Milei, according to government sources; Decision follows days of speculation over his future and likely appointment of presidential advisor Santiago Caputo to Cabinet.
POLITICS Milei to reshuffle Cabinet post midterm election, says report 21-10-2025 08:38 President Milei is expected to reshuffle his cabinet after Sunday's midterm elections, 'Clarín' reported Monday.
POLITICS & GOVERNMENT Milei's team draws up plans for post-election Cabinet reshuffle 16-10-2025 00:39 President Javier Milei will reshuffle his Cabinet after the October 26 national elections, with a number of key figures set to take on legislative posts. Potential PRO additions and the balance of power are under review.
ESPERT-MACHADO SCANDAL US report on Machado funds poses uncomfortable questions for Bullrich 09-10-2025 01:05 US government report by Homeland Security indicates that Machado had already been linked to drug-trafficking and money-laundering in 2021.
POLITICS Milei unveils ‘zero tolerance’ Penal Code reform push at prison 02-10-2025 20:28 President Javier Milei and National Security Minister Patricia Bullrich say criminals “must face consequences” as they present criminal reform package at door of Ezeiza Prison.
POLITICS Cabinet discontent grows over Espert narco allegations 02-10-2025 16:30 President Javier Milei himself is the main defender of the congressional candidate – but dissatisfaction is growing over the lawmaker's disastrous television appearances.
POLITICS Bullrich says Espert ‘must clarify’ drug-trafficker cash allegations 01-10-2025 16:00 Patricia Bullrich says José Luis Espert, must “immediately clarify” allegations that he took money from a suspected drug-trafficker.
DEMONSTRATION IN CAPITAL ‘We will keep fighting’: Thousands march in Buenos Aires after narco-linked triple femicide 28-09-2025 08:43 Relatives attend Ni Una Menos-led march as thousands demonstrators demand justice for victims; Security Ministtry confirms five arrests but alleged mastermind of torture and triple murder remains on the run.
INSIDE OLIVOS Few ministers on Milei’s list of recent visitors to Olivos residence 23-09-2025 13:24 Who has been visiting President Javier Milei at the Olivos presidential residence in recent months? Who is the economist who has been there more times than Economy Minister Luis Caputo? And why does a physiotherapist top the list? by Pablo Varela
ELECTIONS 2025: BUENOS AIRES PROVINCE Milei admits ‘electoral setback,’ vows ‘not to repeat mistakes’ 08-09-2025 00:14 “Not only do we confirm our path, we will accelerate and deepen it further,” declares head of state after damaging defeat in Buenos Aires Province.
ELECTIONS 2025: ANALYSIS Analysts give take on electoral slates for October election 23-08-2025 06:46 La Libertad Avanza’s hegemonic project, a Peronist survival bid and an accepted secondary role for PRO. Milei versus Kirchnerism polarisation promises to be the dominant theme of the campaign heading into October. by Giselle Leclercq
CONTAMINATED DRUG SCANDAL Lab owner, executives at heart of contaminated fentanyl scandal arrested 21-08-2025 00:31 Businessman Ariel García Furfaro, his brothers, mother and management team of HLB Pharma laboratory at centre of contaminated fentanyl scandal arrested in connection with the investigation into 96 deaths.
POLITICS Milei set to lose Bullrich and Petri after elections, reshuffle ahead 18-08-2025 12:42 Security and Defence ministers likely to leave Cabinet in December; Former Juntos por el Cambio presidential ticket now set to run for congressional posts representing La Libertad Avanza.
POLITICS & SECURITY Lawyers demand release of anti-Espert ‘K’ protesters 03-07-2025 19:24 Legal teams, backed by the Centre for Legal and Social Stories, rights groups and Milei critics, allege arrests are part of a campaign of "judicial and media persecution."
Argentina gun laws Milei authorises sale of semi-automatic and assault weapons to civilians 18-06-2025 13:18 New presidential decree reverses decades-long restrictions, in place since 1995; Changes follow earlier moves to ease gun ownership rules.
CRIME & SECURITY Milei announces overhaul of Federal Police’s powers 17-06-2025 23:10 Government moves to grant Federal Police officers greater freedom to detain suspects and investigate crimes; Rights groups express concerns over new statutes.
FORMER PRESIDENT JAILED Casa Rosada expects Fernández de Kirchner's arrest to be ‘respectful’ 12-06-2025 14:39 Although the details will be decided by the courts, government officials anticipate that the two-term former president will be treated with respect during the process.
CRIME & SECURITY Argentina dismantles Tren de Aragua money-laundering cell 30-05-2025 13:04 Security forces in Argentina arrest 12 in coordinated operation targeting Tren de Aragua cell accused of laundering billions of pesos to fund terrorism.
FLOODING & TORRENTIAL RAIN Heavy rainfall slams BA Province, forces thousands to evacuate 17-05-2025 17:08 Twenty-four hours of heavy rainfall and flooding forced the evacuation of more than 2,200 people across Buenos Aires Province, authorities said Saturday, with storms set to continue.
CRIME & SECURITY Argentina applies new ‘anti-mafia law’ in Rosario 16-05-2025 12:49 Milei government applies “anti-mafia law” against organised crime in troubled Santa Fe city; Rosario becomes first place in country to see application of new crime-fighting law.
ELECTIONS 2025 Paid militants, tensions, anger at Macri – inside Adorni’s campaign finale 15-05-2025 13:12 Manuel Adorni, heading La Libertad Avanza’s list for the City Legislature elections, accompanied by Javier and Karina Milei, Cabinet ministers and others at his closing campaign rally in Recoleta – but tensions are brewing behind the scenes. by Giselle Leclercq
New immigration policy Milei clamps down on immigration to ‘make Argentina great again’ 14-05-2025 15:14 Argentina has long welcomed immigrants with relatively open arms, even offering free healthcare and education to foreign residents. But Milei’s government wants to reverse that.
POLITICS Milei’s Argentina eyes deportations, tightens immigration rules 14-05-2025 14:50 Milei government says it will tighten access to citizenship, accelerate deportations of foreign nationals with criminal records and make foreigners pay for state healthcare and university education.