Massa seeks to mediate Peronist party dispute, warns against rupture

Sergio Massa, Argentina's former Economy Minister and 2023 presidential candidate, is actively working to bridge divides within the Peronist party, according to sources close to him. He is reportedly engaging in quiet diplomacy with both Governor Axel Kicillof and the faction aligned with former President Cristina Kirchner, aiming to avert a party split.

Massa's allies express concern that the escalating internal conflict between Kicillof's supporters and Kirchner's loyalists could jeopardize the party's future electoral prospects. They describe Massa as a unifying force, urging both sides toward solidarity to prevent "anyone from beating us" if the party fractures.

Despite the public silence, Massa maintains consistent communication with Kicillof, according to the governor's camp. This dialogue underscores Massa's strategic positioning, as he retains influence through allies in the Buenos Aires Legislature and key party positions. His wife, Malena Galmarini, also holds a significant role in a key Senate commission.

While maintaining a low public profile, Massa is also reportedly focused on local politics in Tigre, the district he previously governed. His influence extends to the local Justicialist Party, where he has navigated electoral challenges. Recently, Congressman Miguel Ángel Pichetto praised Massa as a "figure in expectation and, also, a possible candidate."