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Milei Exfiltrated After Motorcade Attacked During Lomas de Zamora Campaign Stop

The attack followed protests over leaked audio accusing his sister of diverting disability funds.

Overview

  • Security removed the Argentine president unharmed after stones and bottles struck his vehicle during a campaign swing south of Buenos Aires.
  • On-the-scene reporters said scuffles erupted, and a female supporter of Milei sustained rib injuries and was taken away by ambulance.
  • Demonstrators were protesting recordings in which former disability agency chief Diego Spagnuolo alleges Karina Milei diverted funds intended for people with disabilities.
  • Milei denied the accusations and said he will sue Spagnuolo, asserting the claims are false.
  • Presidential spokesman Manuel Adorni blamed supporters of Cristina Kirchner for the attacks as the legislative race builds toward the October 26 vote.