In a surprising political maneuver, PRO leader Patricia Bullrich ordered libertarian senators not to take their seats, preventing the necessary quorum to debate Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni. The message to President Milei was unmistakable: while Adorni remains in office, Congress will remain paralyzed.
Fernando De Andreis rejected the former senator's criticisms and defended the party's parliamentary strategy. The internal conflict deepens as the Senate session also failed due to lack of quorum, while the censure motion accumulates 120 signatures against the Chief of Staff.
Argentine President Javier Milei is reportedly traveling to Spain on June 24, 2026, for what is described as a private visit with no official agenda. The trip comes at a particularly challenging time for his administration, as the government faces the controversial "AdorniGate" scandal involving his former spokesperson's massive wealth increase.
Esteban Bullrich, co-founder of Argentina's center-right PRO party and former Education Minister, submitted his irrevocable resignation on June 25, 2026. In a letter to former President Mauricio Macri, Bullrich criticized the party's protection of Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni, stating political convenience now outweighs ethical responsibility.
The first legislative session of the year in the Buenos Aires Province Senate ended in maximum tension. Sergio Berni criticized the vice-governor for six months without legislative activity. Mario Ishii directly accused Governor Kicillof of blocking emergency social projects. The vice-governor cut the microphone to both senators during the heated exchanges.
Trabajadores y jubilados realizaron una volanteada en el acceso al Túnel Subfluvial y otros puntos de la provincia en rechazo al proyecto que analiza la Legislatura. Paro docente con alto acatamiento y preocupación por la pérdida del 82% móvil en los haberes jubilatorios.
In a marathon session lasting over 10 hours, Argentina's Chamber of Deputies began debating the Super RIGI investment regime and a USD 171 million payment to holdout creditors. The ruling coalition needed Adrián Ravier to remain as a deputy to reach the 128 legislators required for quorum, delaying his appointment as the new presidential spokesperson amidst the AdorniGate scandal.
The Argentine government has decided to intervene in the leadership of the ruling party's Senate caucus through a WhatsApp group controlled by Karina Milei and Diego Santilli. The measure follows a meeting between Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni and libertarian senators, aiming to limit the power Patricia Bullrich had accumulated as caucus leader. The former minister received public support from Federico Sturzenegger and Luis Petri.
El presidente argentino emprende una visita privada a España en un momento crítico para su gobierno. El escándalo por el incremento patrimonial del 775% de su ex vocero Manuel Adorni generó una crisis que intenta gestionarse con la designación de Adrián Ravier como nuevo vocero y la derivación del debate a comisiones.
Argentina's ruling coalition postponed the formal designation of the new presidential spokesperson to guarantee the necessary votes in a key congressional session debating major investment incentives and a historic debt payment to holdout creditors. The political maneuver aims to preserve legislative support during critical negotiations.
In a tense political climate, the Argentine Chamber of Deputies approved a $171 million payment to so-called 'vulture funds'. The decision coincides with the AdorniGate scandal, where Presidential Spokesperson Manuel Adorni faces a censorship motion over a staggering 775% increase in his personal wealth.
President Javier Milei would travel to Spain on Wednesday, June 24, while the scandal over Manuel Adorni's patrimonial increase continues to escalate. Adrián Ravier was appointed as the new presidential spokesperson following a censure motion that has gathered 120 signatures. The impeachment session failed due to lack of quorum.
President Javier Milei spoke at a Faro Foundation event celebrating 2.3% year-over-year GDP growth in Q1 2026. The event featured Adrián Ravier (new presidential spokesperson) and Manuel Adorni, who faces an illicit enrichment scandal. Milei announced his upcoming book "Morality as State Policy."
Adriana García, from the Peronist coalition "Encuentro Plural", was elected Rector of the National University of Cuyo (UNCuyo) in Mendoza, Argentina. She won the runoff with 53.36% of votes against Gabriel Fidel. This historic victory ends 12 years of Radical Civic Union hegemony, marking the first Peronist triumph since direct elections began at this major regional university.
The presidential advisor regained ground in the ruling party's internal politics following changes in the spokesperson's office and Press Secretariat. The new officials, Adrián Ravier and Fabián Fernández, met with Caputo in a gesture that marks their political profile, while Manuel Adorni retains his Chief of Cabinet position but with reduced functions.
President Javier Milei confirmed economist and National Deputy Adrián Ravier as Argentina's new presidential spokesperson, replacing Manuel Adorni. The appointment comes as Adorni faces a censorship motion in Congress after his personal wealth reportedly grew by 775%—from 20 million to 944 million pesos—sparking public outrage and demands for transparency.
Buenos Aires Minister Carlos Bianco sought to ease tensions after criticisms from Máximo Kirchner during the Parque Lezama rally. Governor Kicillof has not visited the former president in over eight months. The Peronist movement faces internal divisions as it prepares for the 2027 elections.
A strategic political maneuver by President Milei's coalition prevented opposition lawmakers from summoning Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni over questioned wealth increase. The session collapsed with only 117 deputies present (129 needed), as PRO and UCR allies struck a deal to divert the debate to committees. Meanwhile, tensions escalate in the Senate ahead of Adorni's scheduled appearance.
A tense political session at Argentina's Lower House failed on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, after the ruling coalition successfully prevented opposition from questioning Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni. Only 117 legislators showed up—12 short of the 129 needed for quorum. PRO and UCR parties backed the government's strategy, delaying debate until commission hearings begin June 30.
A special session in Argentina's Congress failed after the ruling party struck a last-minute deal with allies. The opposition wanted to question Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni about his wealth, but without enough lawmakers present, the debate was moved to a committee, buying the government time.
A session called by the opposition to question Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni over a massive wealth increase collapsed after governing allies refused to provide quorum. The 775% surge in his declared assets has sparked a political scandal, while Adorni must now appear before the Senate on July 2 to explain the controversial figures.
Libertarian economist and Congressman Adrián Ravier was appointed by President Javier Milei as Argentina's new presidential spokesperson, replacing Manuel Adorni following a scandal involving a 775% wealth increase. Ravier, a disciple of renowned Spanish economist Huerta de Soto, now faces the challenge of restoring credibility to the government's communication strategy.
Economist and National Deputy Adrián Ravier has been designated as the new presidential spokesperson by President Javier Milei. This significant appointment follows a six-hour meeting and occurs amidst the 'AdorniGate' scandal, signaling a strategic shift towards economic-focused communication for the Argentine government.
After five consecutive months of decline, the Government Confidence Index (ICG) from Torcuato Di Tella University rose 3.9% in June, reaching 2.07 points on a 0-5 scale. This marks the first recovery in 2026 for Argentina's libertarian administration, though the historical average remains at its lowest point of 2.40.
The Government Confidence Index from Torcuato Di Tella University recorded its first increase of the year in June, reaching 2.07 points (+3.9%). The rebound ends five consecutive months of declines, though the historical average for Javier Milei's administration dropped to 2.40 points, its lowest of the cycle.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
