Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: "She is weak of character," Lemoine's new jab at Villarruel amid libertarian infighting

In a heated internal dispute within Argentina's ruling party, Lilia Lemoine, a deputy for La Libertad Avanza, has again targeted Vice President Victoria Villarruel. Lemoine publicly labeled Villarruel as "weak of character," escalating the ongoing friction within the libertarian coalition.

The latest jab came after Villarruel responded to Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno, who had joined calls for her to step down as head of the Senate. Lemoine shared her criticism on social media platform X, detailing a personal anecdote to illustrate her point. "She used to tame lightbulbs. Until I gave her the nickname in 2024 and she stopped doing it. That's how weak of character she is," Lemoine posted.

This public spat highlights the deep divisions within President Javier Milei's government. Lemoine, a prominent figure in the party and a close ally of Milei, has frequently been at odds with Villarruel, creating visible tension between key members of the administration. The conflict appears to be rooted in power struggles and differing political approaches within the libertarian movement.

The article also briefly touches on broader themes, referencing an AtlasIntel and Bloomberg report that included a chapter on perspectives of the United States, particularly relevant in light of recent US tariff decisions. In Argentina, the report indicated a significant negative perception of the US among those surveyed, placing it at the top of regional rejection levels. However, the primary focus remains on the internal political drama unfolding within Milei's government.

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She used to tame lightbulbs. Until I gave her the nickname in 2024 and she stopped doing it. That's how weak of character she is.