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Argentina's Milei Approval Plummets Amid Economic Turmoil

3/28/2026

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Argentine President Javier Milei's approval fell to 36.4% in March, the lowest since taking office, amid corruption and economic woes.
Unemployment reached 7.5% and inflation neared 3%, defying Milei's pledge to keep below 1%.
Support for the trade deal with the Trump administration fell from 60% to 41%.
Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni faced scrutiny over spending and travel, while a survey showed perceptions of Milei's administration rising to nearly 60%.

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Story summary

Argentine President Javier Milei's approval fell to 36.4% in March, the lowest since taking office, amid corruption and economic woes.
Unemployment reached 7.5% and inflation neared 3%, defying Milei's pledge to keep below 1%.
Support for the trade deal with the Trump administration fell from 60% to 41%.
Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni faced scrutiny over spending and travel, while a survey showed perceptions of Milei's administration rising to nearly 60%.