Milei Government Imposes Restrictions on Journalists Despite Restoring Access to Casa Rosada

The Argentine government under President Javier Milei has taken a step back towards transparency by readmitting journalists to the Casa Rosada, the seat of executive power. However, this return is far from a full restoration of press freedom. The newly imposed restrictions significantly curtail the ability of reporters to perform their duties, effectively limiting their access to common areas and barring them from the customary practice of approaching officials for impromptu questions. This move, following a complete closure of the press area in response to the dissemination of images captured by smart glasses, raises serious concerns about the government's commitment to an open and accessible press. While the government cites national security as a justification, press freedom organizations argue that these measures represent a chilling effect on journalism. The stark increase in reported attacks on the press in Argentina, particularly during 2025, and the country's significant drop in global press freedom rankings, paint a worrying picture. From our perspective, these restrictions are not merely procedural; they signal a broader trend of limiting public scrutiny and controlling the narrative, which is antithetical to democratic principles.

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We are fully in favor of press freedom, but we will not allow acts that jeopardize national security to be committed behind it in any way.