Former Buenos Aires official Martín Insaurralde is asking the justice system to discard the video recorded by his ex-wife, model Jesica Cirio, showing massive amounts of dollars in a closet. His defense argues the footage was illegally obtained and tampered with.
Former mayor of Lomas de Zamora, under investigation for illicit enrichment, was reportedly seen at a Buenos Aires office building. The location belongs to lawyer Mariana Gallego and allegedly serves as an informal hub for the Gambling Workers' Union, amid the scandal involving dollar-filled videos of Jesica Cirio.
Manuel Adorni has submitted his resignation to YPF's board of directors, completing his total disconnection from public office. The decision follows his departure as Cabinet Chief on June 27, amid a judicial investigation into alleged illicit enrichment with a questioned 775% increase in his personal wealth.
Federal Judge Marcelo Martínez de Giorgi has ordered international cooperation requests to the United States to investigate whether ARCA head Andrés Vázquez concealed properties worth over $2 million. The case unfolds as the Milei administration navigates a political crisis following Manuel Adorni's resignation.
Gisela Kocsis testified before federal authorities, admitting to purchases exceeding 8 million pesos in linens and appliances for the former Cabinet Chief. Another official acknowledged buying 4K projectors worth over 3.6 million. Investigators estimate total expenditures of $139 million on credit cards during his tenure.
Laura Schiuma, Director of Presidential Activities, confirmed before prosecutor Pollicita that she lent her credit card to Manuel Adorni to purchase a gaming monitor worth 2,185,000 pesos. The Justice system investigates whether the former Chief of Staff used several public employees to conceal millions in spending, including projectors and bedding delivered to the Indio Cuá country club.
Former Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni sent a message to contractor Matías Tabar before his judicial declaration, offering him "all the support you need." Tabar revealed Adorni paid $245,000 off the books for renovations at his luxury home in Indio Cuá.
Laura Schiuma, Director of Presidential Activities, confirmed to prosecutors that she lent her personal credit card to former Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni to buy a high-end gamer monitor worth $2.1 million pesos. The investigation reveals a pattern where public employees allegedly facilitated purchases for his private home, including projectors and luxury linens, raising serious questions about illicit enrichment.
Federal judge Luis Armella has prohibited former mayor Martín Insaurralde and TV personality Jesica Cirio from leaving the country amid an investigation into alleged illicit enrichment and money laundering. However, the judge rejected the prosecutor's request for their detention, citing five key arguments including lack of forensic analysis on the controversial video showing bundles of dollars.
Argentine model Jesica Cirio and her former partner, politician Martín Insaurralde, face serious charges of illicit enrichment and money laundering. Prosecutor Sergio Mola requested their arrest after a raid uncovered cocaine and weapons at Cirio's Palermo residence, in a case that has shocked Argentina's entertainment world.
Prosecutor Sergio Mola has requested the detention of Martín Insaurralde, former mayor of Lomas de Zamora and ex-Cabinet Chief of Buenos Aires Province, along with model Jessica Cirio. The case involves illicit enrichment and money laundering, following a raid that uncovered drugs and weapons at Cirio's apartment.
From Madrid, where he received a university distinction, President Milei defended his Cabinet Chief under investigation for illicit enrichment but warned he won't hesitate to remove him if convicted. "I back my ministers until the very end," he affirmed, while expressing optimism about Adorni's innocence.
A high-profile corruption case has taken a dramatic turn in Argentina. Prosecutor Sergio Mola has formally requested the detention of Martín Insaurralde, a powerful former mayor and provincial cabinet chief, following explosive videos recorded by his ex-wife showing bundles of US dollars in their luxury home. The case has captivated the nation.
La legisladora criticó duramente la demora en la causa por enriquecimiento ilícito del exjefe de Gabinete bonaerense. Los allanamientos en propiedades de Jésica Cirio revelaron dólares, armas y estupefacientes. Ocaña comparó los videos con los bolsos de José López y denunció que el patrimonio declarado de $8,6 millones contrasta con viajes de lujo por más de €41.000.
Federal judge Luis Armella ordered dramatic raids in Palermo and Banfield as part of an illicit enrichment investigation linked to former mayor Martín Insaurralde. Authorities found dollars, narcotics, and registered weapons in the model's apartment, while only a cellphone was seized from her ex-husband's home.
Federal prosecutor Guillermo Marijuan has requested a court summons for Buenos Aires provincial deputy Francisco Adorni, brother of Argentina's Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni. The investigation centers on alleged irregularities in his sworn wealth declarations, with the case taking on added significance due to the defendant's prior work in the very agency responsible for overseeing such financial disclosures.
Federal prosecutor Guillermo Marijuan has requested the questioning of Buenos Aires province lawmaker Francisco Adorni, the brother of the presidential spokesperson, for alleged illicit enrichment and omissions in his sworn asset declarations. The investigation highlighted multiple corrections to his financial disclosures made after the start of the probe.
Manuel Adorni, Argentina's Cabinet Chief, admitted to omitting USD 500,000 in his sworn declarations, attributing his sudden wealth surge to an inheritance and Bitcoin holdings. With his assets jumping from $20M to $944M, the opposition is now advancing a censure motion scheduled for June 2026, while President Milei's administration strategizes to keep him in office.
El expresidente Mauricio Macri exigió públicamente al presidente Javier Milei que defienda "el cambio" y desplace al jefe de Gabinete Manuel Adorni, quien reconoció haber ocultado al menos USD 500.000 en sus declaraciones juradas. Sin embargo, el PRO no aportará los votos necesarios para impulsar la interpelación en el Congreso, evitando plegarse a una jugada que considera beneficiaría al kirchnerismo.
El jefe de Gabinete de la Casa Rosada presentó ante la Oficina Anticorrupción y ARCA las rectificaciones de sus declaraciones juradas, explicando el origen de sus bienes. Adorni señaló que las acusaciones de enriquecimiento ilícito forman parte de una operación política del peronismo. Su esposa Bettina Angeletti se adhirió al régimen de inocencia fiscal el 31 de mayo de 2026.
Una grabación de 2022 muestra al jefe de Gabinete con una visión conservadora sobre Bitcoin, diferenciándola de las stablecoins y expresando dudas sobre su uso como inversión. Esto se suma a otro video de 2020 donde declaró no estar "muy metido en el tema", contradiciendo su explicación de haber invertido desde 2013.
El jefe de Gabinete incorporó USD 513.000 en inversiones de Bitcoin realizadas entre 2013 y 2018, además de bienes heredados tras el fallecimiento de su padre en 2022. Su esposa Bettina Angeletti se adhirió al régimen de inocencia fiscal el 31 de mayo. La Oficina Anticorrupción y ARCA recibieron las rectificaciones que abarcan desde 2020.
El jefe de Gabinete entregará su declaración patrimonial ante la Oficina Anticorrupción en medio de la investigación judicial por presunto enriquecimiento ilícito. En su entorno aseguran que no utilizará el régimen simplificado para blanquear bienes y que la presentación forma parte de un ordenamiento fiscal.
El jefe de Gabinete de Ministros está bajo la lupa por investigaciones de enriquecimiento ilícito. Su esposa Bettina Angeletti se adheriría al régimen de inocencia fiscal.
Bettina Julieta Angeletti solicitó adherirse al régimen de regularización tributaria el 31 de mayo pasado, según registros de ARCA. La medida permite declarar activos no exteriorizados sin sanciones penales, en medio de una investigación judicial sobre el patrimonio familiar.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
