Argentina’s lower house of congress approved President Javier Milei’s omnibus reform package Friday afternoon, passing the first test of his ability to govern with an opposition-controlled legislature.

  • In 144 vs. 109 vote, Milei passes first major legislative test

  • Bill articles remain subject to modifications by lower house

Argentina’s lower house of congress approved President Javier Milei’s omnibus reform package Friday afternoon, passing the first test of his ability to govern with an opposition-controlled legislature.

In a 144-109 vote, lawmakers passed Milei’s first major piece of legislation after he made significant concessions. The bill could still be modified significantly, however, as its hundreds of articles are subjected to a round of individual votes next week following the so-called general vote.

With his party controlling less than 15% of the lower house, the libertarian economist counts on the support of the pro-business PRO party and two more moderate parties

    • Avid Amoeba@lemmy.caEnglish
      9·
      9 months ago

      I don’t. At least not while this guy is in charge. It doesn’t seem the last group knew what they have to do either.

    • Shardikprime@lemmy.worldEnglish
      55·
      9 months ago

      I do. Inflation is showing signs already of going down. If this guy lowers the actual inflation that we carry from Captain Beto and the super ministry Massa from 211% anual inflation rate to something like 150% or less, he will totally get reelected

      • muse@kbin.social
        54·
        9 months ago

        Glad that absolves him of his fascistic tendencies and dismantling of your freedoms, bootlicker. Enjoy being charged for your protests to fund his jackboots.