Argentina's Vice President Accuses Senator of Leaking Chats Amidst Land Law Debate

Vice President Victoria Villarruel has accused Senator Patricia Bullrich of leaking their private WhatsApp messages, which detailed a heated exchange over a Senate session. The disagreement arose after Argentina's World Cup semifinal victory against England, with Villarruel advocating for postponing the debate on a controversial land law due to the celebratory national mood.

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How are we going to have a session after having almost won the World Cup?

In the leaked messages, Villarruel expressed her desire for senators to celebrate the national team's triumph in their home provinces rather than vote on what she termed an "indignant" land law. Bullrich, however, insisted on proceeding with the session. This exchange highlighted existing tensions between Villarruel and President Javier Milei's administration, as well as Bullrich's alignment with the government's agenda.

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Those are usual methods of the caste.

Villarruel, who had previously referred to British authorities as "pirate usurpers" of the Malvinas Islands, criticized the government's land law proposal, suggesting it facilitates the sale of land. Bullrich defended the initiative, stating Milei aims to develop the country. Villarruel countered sharply, arguing that businesses are closing daily and people are struggling with debt, accusing Bullrich and her allies of being out of touch.

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Nothing is being developed, SMEs are closing every day and you are in Narnia.

The dispute escalated, with Bullrich reportedly suggesting Villarruel resign if she disagreed with Milei's project. Villarruel responded by accusing her opponents of hypocrisy and taking sides, stating, "You already took a side and I take Argentina's side."

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You already took a side and I take Argentina's side.