Argentina Government Eyes Milei's Re-election, Targeting Six Provinces

Argentina's government has set a clear objective for 2027: securing President Javier Milei's re-election. Political strategists within the administration believe that La Libertad Avanza (LLA) has the potential to win in six provinces. However, they acknowledge the difficulty in achieving this, particularly in forming necessary alliances with provincial governors to bolster Milei's candidacy, which currently hovers around 35% support.

Despite these challenges, the government is optimistic about potential victories in Córdoba, Misiones, and Tierra del Fuego, with some also mentioning La Pampa. Tucumán and Chubut are also being closely watched. President Milei recently affirmed his intention to seek a second term, telling Radio Mitre, “I am doing the best government in history,” while defending his economic plan without suggesting any modifications.

In Córdoba, officials recognize the difficulty of unseating the local Peronist party but are banking on the province's strong anti-Kirchner sentiment, which benefits Milei. They also see potential in the local party leader, Gabriel Bornoroni, who is actively campaigning in the region. The government identifies three factors that could favor LLA in Córdoba: a potential weakening of the current governor Martín Llaryora's administration, a strong Kirchnist candidate, and an alliance between the radical party's Rodrigo de Loredo and the national government for the capital's mayorship.

Misiones presents a different opportunity, with an internal conflict within the local leadership between Governor Hugo Passalacqua and former governor Carlos Rovira. An LLA source noted that "in division, there is always an opportunity." Another LLA member suggested that a three-way race could benefit their candidate. In Misiones, provincial deputy Adrián Núñez is leading the territorial efforts, while national deputy [name missing] is also a key figure.

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I am doing the best government in history