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Trump to Host Milei at the White House on Oct. 14

Framed as deepening a strategic partnership, the reception follows public U.S. backing for Milei.

Overview

  • Argentina’s Foreign Ministry confirmed President Javier Milei will make an official visit to Washington on October 14 to be received by U.S. President Donald J. Trump.
  • The Argentine government said Milei and his delegation will be lodged at Blair House, the official guest residence for visiting heads of state.
  • The meeting is scheduled 12 days before Argentina’s legislative elections on October 26.
  • Milei and Trump previously connected at CPAC and met on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, where Trump expressed complete support for Milei’s reelection.
  • Following their recent contact, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent was reported to be negotiating a $20 billion swap with Argentina’s central bank and ready to buy Argentine dollar bonds, with talks not yet finalized.