Overview

• Federal judge Sebastián Casanello authorized the coordinated searches after prosecutor Franco Picardi cited serious irregularities and suspected bid steering in Andis purchases.
• Raids targeted droguerías, Andis offices and private homes in Buenos Aires City and Province, with police seizing phones, computers, storage devices, cash and contracting records.
• Authorities reported no arrest requests so far as investigators prioritize securing and analyzing electronic data and financial documentation.
• The case originated with leaked audios attributed to former Andis chief Diego Spagnuolo that mention Karina Milei and Eduardo “Lule” Menem, and Página/12 reports the judge deemed the recordings valid despite defense objections.
• Lawmakers approved interpellations for Karina Milei and Health Minister Mario Lugones next week, while the government denies wrongdoing, removed Spagnuolo, intervened Andis and launched an internal audit as the PIA reviews contracts involving Suizo Argentina.