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Argentina Shakes Up Cabinet as Francos Resigns and Adorni Is Named Chief of Cabinet

The abrupt exits scramble provincial outreach just as Milei seeks votes for his 2026 agenda.

Overview

  • Guillermo Francos submitted his resignation and the Presidency confirmed spokesman Manuel Adorni as the new chief of Cabinet, with Interior minister Lisandro Catalán also departing.
  • Provincial governors expressed surprise after meeting hours earlier with Francos, Catalán and Javier Milei at the Casa Rosada to discuss the 2026 budget and reforms.
  • Government and media reports indicate adviser Santiago Caputo is poised to gain formal authority, potentially taking on Interior functions, though his exact role remains unconfirmed.
  • Seven PRO deputies announced they are joining the La Libertad Avanza bloc, strengthening the ruling party’s position in the lower house.
  • Javier Milei and Mauricio Macri held a private dinner at the Olivos residence as the resignations and congressional realignments unfolded.