Argentina’s Milei Strengthens Political Power Amid LIBRA Scandal
Argentine President Javier Milei's La Libertad Avanza party secured a commanding 41% of the national vote in the 2025 midterm elections, expanding its congressional seats to 101. The victory solidifies Milei's reform agenda but unfolds against the backdrop of a deepening LIBRA cryptocurrency scandal that has triggered criminal investigations and eroded public trust.
The LIBRA affair, involving massive investor losses, casts a shadow over Milei's political gains. Market observers note the irony of a libertarian administration facing scrutiny over crypto-related malfeasance while simultaneously benefiting from anti-establishment sentiment. Buenos Aires traders report suppressed volatility in Argentine crypto markets as investors await clarity on regulatory fallout.