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Donald Trump won in Argentina

Donald Trump won in Argentina

Summary

Argentinians recently voted in midterm elections where Javier Milei's party, La Libertad Avanza, won more than 40% of the votes. President Donald Trump expressed support for Milei and linked a U.S. financial aid package to the election outcome. The election win helps Milei continue his cost-cutting policies in Argentina.

Key Facts

  • Argentinians took part in midterm elections on Sunday.
  • Javier Milei's party, La Libertad Avanza, won over 40% of votes.
  • Half of the Chamber of Deputies and one-third of the Senate seats were contested.
  • President Trump linked a potential $40 billion U.S. bailout to the election results.
  • Milei’s policies include cutting public spending on healthcare and education.
  • Poverty in Argentina has increased to nearly 53% under Milei's austerity measures.
  • Inflation has decreased, but many Argentinians struggle with basic expenses.
  • Milei's party previously held less than 15% of the congressional seats.
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