The campaign has already begun (and so have the operations)

Fifteen months remain until the 2027 presidential elections, but the campaign has already kicked off, marked by strategic political operations. Karina Milei initiated discussions with Mauricio Macri regarding a programmatic agreement between La Libertad Avanza and PRO. The meeting, attended by Chief of Staff Diego Santilli, aimed to forge an alliance, with Macri expressing hope for a "new beginning" beyond past resentments.

The primary incentive for both factions to overcome distrust is the shared goal of preventing the return of Kirchnerism, which the article characterizes as economically inept. The potential alliance suggests that Javier Milei, Karina Milei, and Macri may have recognized the necessity of uniting after previous electoral failures.

Meanwhile, the Peronist party (PJ) appears divided. A meeting on Tuesday involving Sergio Massa, Máximo Kirchner, and Axel Kicillof was interpreted as a potential prelude to an agreement on maintaining primary elections (PASO) and later dividing power. However, their individual interests seem to conflict significantly.

Axel Kicillof harbors presidential ambitions but is hesitant to advocate for Cristina Kirchner's release or pardon, viewing it as a vote-loser. His association with Santiago Cúneo, a controversial figure, has drawn criticism, even from Cristina Kirchner, who reportedly disapproves of Kicillof's alignment with him. She is said to be maneuvering for Kicillof to run for president and lose, thereby allowing La Cámpora and its allies a narrow victory in Buenos Aires province.

Sergio Massa is strategically positioning himself for a gubernatorial candidacy in the province, adopting a conciliatory role without revealing his full hand. The article notes the irony of Massa's current role, suggesting his public appearances might inadvertently benefit Milei, explaining why a significant portion of Argentines are wary of a return to the economic policies of 2019. The piece concludes by referencing past economic mismanagement and corruption scandals, including the handling of $179 billion through the SIRA system and pandemic-related corruption, contrasting it with current criticisms leveled against Milei by former President Alberto Fernández.