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Argentina's Milei Faces Turmoil After Surprising Midterm Win

1/6/2026

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Javier Milei, Argentina's president, has faced challenges since launching economic reforms in 2023.
La Libertad Avanza (LLA) unexpectedly won the midterms with 41% of the vote.
The victory followed a $20 billion U.S. package aimed at stabilizing Argentina's economy.
Public discontent over Milei's spending cuts and reforms raises concerns about political stability.

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Story summary

Javier Milei, Argentina's president, has faced challenges since launching economic reforms in 2023.
La Libertad Avanza (LLA) unexpectedly won the midterms with 41% of the vote.
The victory followed a $20 billion U.S. package aimed at stabilizing Argentina's economy.
Public discontent over Milei's spending cuts and reforms raises concerns about political stability.