23/06/2026 21:38 - Politica
The Casa Rosada (Argentina's Presidential Palace, equivalent to the White House) experienced a significant reshuffle on Monday, June 22, 2026, amid celebrations for the Argentine National Team's victory and following weeks of political tension derived from the AdorniGate scandal. The day not only marked the arrival of new officials, but also a shift in the internal power balance between Santiago Caputo and Karina Milei (the President's sister and General Secretary).
According to Infobae, the newly appointed officials Adrián Ravier (new presidential spokesperson) and Fabián Fernández (new Secretary of Media and Communication) made their first key political move: after meeting with Chief of Cabinet Manuel Adorni, they went to Santiago Caputo's office in the Martín Fierro Hall.
This gesture marks a trend in the new government configuration. While sources close to the General Secretary, Karina Milei, claim that Ravier and Fernández "have a direct line with the President" and "answer to no one," sources close to the presidential advisor indicated that "Guillo brought them," referring to Guillermo Garat, YPF vice-president and Caputo ally.
The profile of the new appointees reinforces this line. Adrián Ravier, a liberal economist and national congressman for La Pampa province, comes from Fundación Faro, a conservative think tank led by Agustín Laje and coordinated by the Caputo brothers.
Meanwhile, Fabián Fernández, a national broadcaster and communication specialist, was recommended by YPF (the state-owned oil company). Horacio Marín, YPF's president, celebrated his appointment on social media, highlighting his commitment and professionalism.
Outgoing Press Secretary Javier Lanari left his position after two and a half years. Loyal to Adorni, he used to tell his inner circle: "I arrived with Manuel and I'll leave with Manuel." His departure is part of the restructuring following the censorship motion and complaints against the Chief of Cabinet.
For Santiago Caputo, these appointments represent a recovery of ground. In recent months, his faction had lost influence with the arrival of Juan Bautista Mahiques at the Ministry of Justice and the scarce presence of "Las Fuerzas del Cielo" (The Forces of Heaven, a hardline libertarian faction) on electoral lists.
The reshuffle leaves Manuel Adorni as Chief of Cabinet, but limited to administrative coordination tasks, away from the media exposure that characterized him until now. The ruling party's internal politics, far from fading, is renewed with these strategic movements.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
