'I Have to Be More Careful,' Says Yamandú Orsi After Controversy Over Property Tax and Undeclared Works

Uruguayan President Yamandú Orsi has spoken out about recent controversies concerning irregularities with his two homes in Salinas and an outstanding debt for property tax. Orsi acknowledged that he needs to be more attentive to such matters, admitting, "I have to be more careful, I have to be more attentive."

During a press conference following an infrastructure project presentation, Orsi explained that while he resolved the tax issue, which amounted to $5,509 for a property in his name, there were delays in declaring renovations at a neighboring house now registered under his wife's name. He attributed these oversights to the slow nature of administrative processes and a tendency to procrastinate.

Secretary of the Presidency, Alejandro Sánchez, addressed the situation by placing responsibility on Orsi's personal secretariat. Sánchez stated that the presidential secretariat handles many administrative tasks, implying that the President himself is not directly involved in managing personal accounts. However, Sánchez conceded that the delays were "wrong" and should have been handled better, urging a focus on larger national issues.