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Milei’s Party Wins Argentina Midterms With 40.8%, Expanding Grip on Congress

The outcome bolsters his leverage in Congress to advance further reforms.

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Argentina's President Javier Milei smiles to supporters after winning in legislative midterm elections in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, October 26, 2025.
Argentina’s President Javier Milei celebrates at the ruling party’s La Libertad Avanza headquarters following the results of the national midterm legislative election in Buenos Aires
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Overview

  • La Libertad Avanza captured roughly 40.84% of the vote against 31.7% for the Peronists, according to tallies with more than 90% counted.
  • The result substantially increases the party’s seats in both chambers, giving President Javier Milei effective veto power and greater protection from impeachment.
  • Returns show a near tie in Buenos Aires province, signaling gains for La Libertad Avanza in a traditional Peronist stronghold.
  • Voter participation fell to 67.9%, the lowest national turnout in four decades.
  • President Donald Trump has tied a $40 billion support package to Milei’s showing, and Economy Minister Luis Caputo said the exchange-rate band will not change after the vote.