Ex-Senator Calls Argentine Chief of Staff 'Corrupt' Amid Wealth Scandal

Former Argentine senator Esteban Bullrich has publicly labeled Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni a "corrupt" individual following Adorni's recent statements about his undeclared personal wealth. Bullrich made his accusation via social media, directly responding to Adorni's admission of having significant savings not previously declared in his official statements.

Adorni, who is currently under investigation for alleged illicit enrichment, admitted on Wednesday to having undeclared savings amounting to half a million dollars, primarily earned through cryptocurrencies. Speaking on the program 'Mesa Chica,' Adorni acknowledged that he and his wife, Bettina Angeletti, had these savings. He controversially described them as "black savings" common among Argentines, stating, "We saved in the black like all Argentines."

When questioned about why these funds were not declared, Adorni responded that "the way to escape from the old politics was to have savings in the black." He further characterized the omission as an "error" and pledged to pay all taxes due on the undeclared amounts. This admission marks a shift from his initial statements regarding his financial declarations for 2023 and 2024.

Bullrich, who initially supported the current government, has become increasingly critical of President Javier Milei's policies and methods. His sharp accusation against Adorni mirrors the somewhat sarcastic tone Adorni often employs at the end of his social media posts, where he typically writes "fin" (end) after concluding his remarks. The situation remains a developing story.

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No lo declaramos porque la manera de escaparse de la vieja política era tener un ahorro en negro. Nunca se me hubiese ocurrido ahorrar en blanco en aquellos años.