Milei rallies support for Adorni in provocative Chamber of Deputies appearance

President Javier Milei dramatically underscored his unwavering support for Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni during a recent session in the Chamber of Deputies. Adorni, currently facing judicial scrutiny for alleged illicit enrichment, delivered a report on the administration's performance. Milei, positioned prominently in the presidential box, offered a clear signal of endorsement with enthusiastic applause and gestures, transforming the constitutional mandate into what appeared to be a campaign rally.

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No cometí ningún delito y voy a probarlo en la Justicia

The President's presence, a break from tradition for a session constitutionally led by the Chief of Staff, signaled a clear intent to publicly ratify Adorni's position. Milei and his sister, Karina Milei, Secretary General of the Presidency, were visibly engaged, applauding key achievements of the libertarian administration. The atmosphere, however, was not without tension, particularly when Adorni referenced the alliance with Israel amidst the Iran conflict, drawing sharp rebukes from leftist deputies who accused the government of complicity.

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¡Suficiente, chorros, corruptos!

Milei's interaction with the press and opposition was characteristically confrontational. When questioned by journalists about Adorni's explanation, he retorted, "Sufficient, thieves, corrupt ones!" He also engaged in a verbal spat with a deputy, dismissively telling him, "Your head isn't big enough." The President concluded the session by making provocative gestures towards the opposition benches, dedicating the applause he received to his adversaries. This highly charged event, as reported by La Nación, highlights the administration's confrontational style and its willingness to leverage institutional settings for political messaging.

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¡Ustedes se abrazan con el genocida (Benjamin) Netanyahu, son cómplices!