Javier Milei has been a polarizing figure since his rise to power. His statements and decisions have generated both support and controversy. Recently, he has addressed several key issues that have captured the attention of the public and the media.
Javier Milei He spoke about his tense relationship with Vice President Victoria Villarruel for several months, his anger with some legislators from his party and his response to criticism from former President Mauricio Macri.
Victoria VillarruelArgentina’s vice president, has been a central figure in Milei’s government. However, their relationship has been the subject of speculation and debate. During a recent interview, Milei He downplayed the discrepancies in his agenda with Villarruel, saying it was natural for him to have his own agenda due to his personal history and struggle.
Milei stressed that she chose Villarruel as her running mate not as a “decoration”, but as a high-caliber professional. Despite these statements, the tensions between the two have not gone unnoticed.
Villarruel She has been sidelined from key decisions, causing unrest in her entourage. The vice president, known for her conservative stance and her focus on human rights from a military perspective, has clashed with the more liberal policies of Milei.
This internal conflict has affected the cohesion of the government and has generated uncertainty about the future of their collaboration. Milei’s anger with some legislators of his party has also been a recurring theme. Recently, Milei expelled Lourdes Arrieta for making false accusations against her colleagues, which he considered unacceptable. He also criticised Paoltroni for not aligning himself with the role for which he was elected, stating that he would not have won a seat without being on the ticket with him.
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These actions reflect the firm stance of Javier Milei regarding discipline and loyalty within his party. However, they have also generated criticism and discontent among some legislators, who believe that the president is acting in an authoritarian manner.
The loss of two seats in Congress has further weakened the government’s position, complicating the implementation of its legislative agenda. Milei’s relationship with former President Mauricio Macri has been another point of interest. During the same interview, she said that her relationship with him is “fabulous,” but did not hesitate to criticize his economic management. She noted that he failed to resolve the fiscal deficit during his term, which she considers a significant failure.
