Argentina’s Milei backs Trump for US midterms, calls vote crucial for West
Summary
Argentina’s President Javier Milei asked US President Donald Trump to strengthen his position in the upcoming US midterm elections, saying the vote is important for Western countries. Milei spoke at a Hispanic Heritage event in Washington, where he also met investors and planned to address the US Chamber of Commerce.Key Facts
- Milei called the US midterm elections “crucial for the West” at a gala in Washington.
- He received an award from a Hispanic association at the event.
- Milei arrived in Washington for meetings with investors and to speak at the US Chamber of Commerce.
- Trump supported Milei during Argentina’s legislative elections last year, calling him his “favorite president.”
- The US Treasury agreed to a $20 billion currency swap with Argentina’s central bank to support Milei’s government.
- Trump linked US support to Milei’s electoral success, saying support would end if Milei lost.
- US Democratic lawmakers criticized the bailout deal during a US government shutdown.
- The Argentina stock market fell after Trump warned about ending support if Milei lost elections.
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