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Karina Milei Consolidates Control With Cabinet Shake-Up and Budget Push

The reshuffle concentrates decision-making around the president’s sister to drive a fast push on the 2026 Budget.

Overview

  • Manuel Adorni was named chief of cabinet, formalizing the role of a close Karina Milei ally in coordinating ministers.
  • Deputy Diego Santilli is set to take over the Interior Ministry as part of the new lineup.
  • The government submitted the 2026 Budget and wants it approved before the December legislative turnover.
  • Further adjustments are being signaled, with Justice Minister Mariano Cúneo Libarona under review and reports pointing to Alejandra Monteoliva as a potential successor at Security.
  • Peronist politics remain unsettled as mayors aligned with Axel Kicillof push to displace La Cámpora ministers ahead of a December 18 PJ leadership deadline in Buenos Aires province.