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THE GOVERNMENT IS GOING BACK TO MODIFY THE DISABILITY EMERGENCY LAW
👉 Government to send project to Congress 👉 Reform to Mental Health Law 👉 Lawmakers to discuss Hojarasca Law
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THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE UNITED STATES REJECTED A RESOLUTION ON WITHDRAWAL FROM THE WAR IN IRAN
👉 The US House of Representatives has rejected a resolution by opposition Democrats to withdraw US forces from the Iran war 👉 The resolution aimed to limit the President's ability to engage in military action in Iran without congressional approval 👉 The move is seen as a challenge to the President's authority and a bid to reassert congressional oversight
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CHAMBER DEBATES OBESITY AND DEMANDS INTEGRATED ACTIONS AGAINST THE DISEASE
👉 More than 1 billion adults worldwide suffer from obesity 👉 Obesity leads to nearly 4 million deaths annually due to chronic non-communicable diseases 👉 The condition has more than doubled in Brazil between 2006 and 2024 👉 62.6% of the Brazilian population has excess weight and 25.7% has obesity 👉 Obesity has a significant impact on healthcare systems and social and economic development
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JAVIER MILEI AND HIS MEASURES, LIVE: REPERCUSSIONS OF THE MAZO INFLATION AND HOW THE DENUNCIATIONS AGAINST ADORNI CONTINUE.
👉 The government is preparing a counterattack against opposition criticism of Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni's unreported wealth growth 👉 The country's inflation rate continues to rise, reaching 3.4% in March 👉 The opposition is planning to use the upcoming session in Congress to question Adorni 👉 Adorni has announced he will present his management report on April 29
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PETTOVELLO FIRED HIS CHIEF OF STAFF OVER THE BANK OF THE NATION'S CREDIT CASE
👉 Government officials and lawmakers in Argentina have received large mortgages from the state-owned Banco Nación 👉 The controversy began after the publication of data on the Central Bank's website 👉 Several high-ranking officials and lawmakers have been affected, including the head of the Cabinet 👉 The opposition in Congress has called for an investigation into the matter 👉 Some lawmakers have questioned the fairness of the system
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MANUEL ADORNI SENT THE SIDE DECREE TO CONGRESS AND THE OPPOSITION IS SEEKING VOTES TO OVERTURN IT
👉 The decree reforms the country's intelligence system 👉 The SIDE will have more powers and responsibilities 👉 The Cybersecurity area will be placed under the Jefatura de Gabinete 👉 The opposition has criticized the move, saying it allows for political espionage 👉 The government has sent the decree to Congress for review
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CHILDREN ARE AT RISK OF FORMING ROMANTIC BONDS WITH AI CHATBOTS, EXPERTS WARN
👉 AI chatbots can create unrealistic expectations and promote unhealthy interactions 👉 Prolonged use of chatbots can lead to anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts 👉 Experts warn of serious emotional risks for children
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FREEDOM IN THE HANDS OF JUSTICE
👉 The decree allows the SIDE to detain people without a court order 👉 The decree is unconstitutional and violates human rights 👉 The decree has been criticized by the media 👉 The decree has sparked concerns about the potential for abuse of power
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HOW JOHN KENNEDY, A G.O.P. SENATOR, BECAME A BEST-SELLING BOOK AUTHOR
👉 Senator John Kennedy has written a new book about Congress and its dysfunction
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DEM REP. STENY HOYER, 86, TO ANNOUNCE RETIREMENT AFTER CAREER SPANNING FOUR DECADES
👉 Rep. Steny Hoyer expected to announce retirement from Congress 👉 Ends a historic career as second-ranking Democrat 👉 Served for over 40 years in Congress
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MILEO RECEIVES HIS MINISTERS TONIGHT AT THE OLIVOS RESIDENCE AND THE GOVERNMENT PREPARES TO CLOSE THE YEAR
👉 President Javier Milei will meet with his Cabinet members at the Olivos residence 👉 The meeting is scheduled to take place on the evening of December 21 👉 The main topic of discussion will be the approval of the 2026 budget 👉 The President has also announced that he will spend Christmas at the Olivos residence with his family
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AN UNGRATEFUL DÉJÀ VU AT THE START OF THE NEW SEASON
👉 The government announced changes to the exchange rate scheme, which initially received a positive reaction from the market. 👉 The budget included the repeal of two laws, one related to university financing and the other to disability services. 👉 The government's inability to negotiate and the lack of trust among its allies led to a series of mistakes and misunderstandings. 👉 The article highlights the government's difficulties in establishing firm agreements and its tendency to rely on emotional appeals rather than rational decision-making.
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MERCEDES-BENZ WOULD REINTEGRATE INTERNAL TAXES IF THEY ARE ELIMINATED BEFORE JANUARY 31ST.
👉 Mercedes-Benz offers a bonus to customers who buy cars between December and January if the internal taxes are eliminated 👉 The bonus consists of the refund of the taxes if their elimination is established by the end of the month 👉 The measure aims to mitigate market uncertainty and reduce the impact of the potential elimination of internal taxes on the prices of cars
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THE 'MAN MAGNET' PHENOMENON TO SCIENTIFIC REJECTION: THE ANTI-VACCINE ACT THAT SPARKED CONTROVERSY
👉 Anti-vaccine event at the Congress sparked unusual scenes 👉 Man claimed to have "magnetization" after receiving two doses of AstraZeneca's Covid vaccine 👉 Event reignited debate about spreading unscientific theories from institutional spaces
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WHAT IS KNOWN ABOUT MILEI'S LABOR REFORM, TODAY THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11
👉 New rules for indemnifications, including a one-month salary payment for each year of service or fraction of three months 👉 Changes to the calculation of remunerations, excluding non-monthly payments such as bonuses and vacation pay 👉 Regulations for the right to strike, including a 75% attendance requirement for essential activities 👉 New rules for union dues, including the option to pay in pesos, dollars, or other foreign currencies
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THE THREE SWORDS THAT THE GOVERNMENT CHOOSES TO DEFEND THE LABOR REFORM
👉 Reducing indemnification calculations 👉 Limits on the right to strike 👉 Easier hiring and firing of employees 👉 Influence of the Council of May 👉 Experience of Julio Cordero in labor law 👉 Technical expertise of Maximiliano Fariña
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WHAT IS KNOWN ABOUT THE LABOR REFORM PRESENTED BY MILEI'S GOVERNMENT?
👉 The bill proposes changes to contracts, including the ability to negotiate salaries in pesos, foreign currency, or through the exchange of goods and services. 👉 The bill introduces a 'bank of hours' system, allowing employees to accumulate extra hours and use them for days off or reduced workdays in the future. 👉 The bill eliminates the requirement for employers to pay indemnities for employees who change jobs. 👉 The bill establishes a new fund for labor assistance, which will be funded by a 3% contribution from employers. 👉 The bill aims to reduce the discretion of judges in labor disputes and establish a single calculation method for indemnities. 👉 The bill excludes certain items, such as bonuses, vacations, and awards, from the calculation of indemnities.
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AND SO IT ENDS
👉 Lorena Villaverde's Senate entry is uncertain 👉 Congress has seen a musical chairs scenario with its first minority changing this week
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THE NEW LABOR REFORM DRAFT BY THE GOVERNMENT: FLEXIBILITY IN VACATIONS, HOUR BANK AND A LABOR TERMINATION FUND
👉 Creation of a fund for labor cessation 👉 Reduction of discretionary power of judges in labor conflicts 👉 Implementation of a 'bank of hours' to flexibilize working hours 👉 Option to fractionate vacation time 👉 Elimination of seniority if an employee changes jobs
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GOVERNMENT WANTS TO APPROVE REGULATION OF WORK THROUGH APP UNTIL APRIL 2026
👉 Creation of a working group to discuss demands from app-based workers 👉 Objective is to approve and sanction the proposal before the electoral period 👉 First meeting will be held this year, with a report to be presented next week 👉 Important points for the category have already been discussed with the rapporteur, Augusto Coutinho
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ARREST REPORTEDLY MADE IN ATTEMPTED PIPE BOMB ATTACK IN LEAD-UP TO JANUARY 6 US CAPITOL RIOT
👉 Pipe bombs were planted outside the headquarters of both the Democratic and Republican parties in Washington DC 👉 The bombs were placed at night and then detonated on the afternoon of January 6 👉 A mob of Donald Trump's supporters stormed Congress in an effort to prevent the certification of Joe Biden's win in the 2020 presidential election
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JAVIER MILEI, LIVE: THE LATEST GOVERNMENT MEASURES
👉 Vice president Victoria Villarruel led an event at the Blue Room of the Congress 👉 Ministers of health from across the country signed a declaration reiterating the safety and effectiveness of vaccines 👉 The declaration was met with criticism from some provinces, including Formosa 👉 The government announced the departure of Sergio Neiffert as head of the Secretariat of State Intelligence 👉 Cristian Auguadra was appointed as the new head of the Secretariat of State Intelligence
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THE PROJECTS TO DECLARE CORRUPTION AS IMPRESCRIPTIBLE DID NOT ADVANCE SINCE MILEI TOOK POWER.
👉 Several bills were presented to the Congress to declare corruption crimes imprescriptible 👉 None of the bills moved forward 👉 The government is now interested in sending its own reform to the Código Penal 👉 The reform includes the imprescriptibility of corruption crimes 👉 Corruption crimes are currently subject to prescription in Argentina
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AFTER THE UNUSUAL ANTI-VACCINE EXPOSURE IN CONGRESS, THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH BACKED THE OFFICIAL VACCINATION PLAN: 'IT IS SAFE AND SAVES LIVES'
👉 Ministry of Health in Argentina published a document emphasizing the importance of the national vaccination calendar 👉 Document highlights the safety and effectiveness of vaccines 👉 Antivaccine event held in Congress was criticized by the Ministry of Health in Buenos Aires 👉 Ministry of Health in Buenos Aires did not sign the document
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JAVIER MILEI AND HIS MEASURES, LIVE: AFTER THE INCORPORATION OF THREE FORMER PRO DEPUTIES, THE GOVERNMENT SEEKS TO TACKLE REFORMS IN DECEMBER
👉 Legislators passed a bill to advance to La Libertad 👉 A Bullrichista replaced Silvia Lospennato 👉 The officialdom is closer to winning the first minority in Congress 👉 Key reforms, including those proposed by Javier Milei, will be pushed through
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MILEI'S GOVERNMENT PLANS TO SEND A LABOR REFORM BILL TO CONGRESS ON DECEMBER 9.
👉 The employment reform includes changes to ultra-activity, bargaining agreements, tax burdens, and collective rights. 👉 The reform will be processed during extraordinary sessions in Congress. 👉 The government has not yet officially announced the reform, but it is expected to be presented to Congress immediately after it is exposed to the public. 👉 Union leaders have expressed concerns about potential setbacks to employment rights.
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JIMMY KIMMEL EMBRACES MARJORIE TAYLOR GREENE: ‘WELCOME TO REALITY, MARJ. MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME’
👉 Marjorie Taylor Greene resigns from Congress 👉 Greene criticizes President Trump and the Republican Party 👉 Greene blames the Political Industrial Complex for the lack of progress for the common American man or woman 👉 Kimmel welcomes Greene into the fold of Trump haters
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NEW LEGISLATION WOULD REQUIRE BUSINESSES AND GOVERNMENT TO ACCEPT CASH
👉 Requires businesses and government to accept cash payments up to $500 👉 Prevents businesses from charging a higher price for accepting cash 👉 Follows a similar bipartisan bill introduced in Congress 👉 Response to the increasing use of self-checkout stations by big retailers 👉 Concerns about the 'cashless society' and its potential impact on privacy and individual freedom
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CRISIS IN THE PJ. GOVERNORS' PRESSURE TO CUT THE KIRCHNERISM'S POWER IN THE CHAMBER OF DEPUTIES
👉 The Peronist bloc is in crisis due to internal divisions and the loss of key leaders. 👉 The bloc is at risk of losing its majority in the Chamber of Deputies. 👉 Gobernadores and referents peronistas del interior del país are demanding a change in the bloc's leadership. 👉 The situation is precarious, and the bloc's leaders are trying to find a solution to avoid a split.
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TRUMP’S BROADSIDE AGAINST HEALTH INSURERS IS A CAUTIONARY TALE FOR INDUSTRY
👉 Insurers are fighting to extend expiring Obamacare subsidies 👉 Drugmakers have cut deals with the White House to avoid tariffs and criticism 👉 Insurers have spent heavily on lobbying, but their efforts have been met with resistance from Trump and Republicans 👉 Drugmakers have been more successful in navigating the administration's demands
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PERONISM PREPARES TO DEBATE THE LABOR REFORM PROPOSED BY THE GOVERNMENT: ASSEMBLES ITS OWN PROPOSAL
👉 Peronist party preparing to discuss labor reform with the government 👉 Counter-proposal to the government's plan expected to be presented 👉 Bundle of initiatives to change labor legislation 👉 More favorable to workers than the government's plan 👉 Elimination of 10% bonus paid to workers at the end of the year and reintroduction of vouchers opposed by Peronist party
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SANTILLI WILL RENOUNCE HIS SEAT AS A DEPUTY TODAY TO TAKE ON THE MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR
👉 Diego Santilli will resign from Congress on Friday 👉 He will assume the portfolio of Minister of Interior 👉 He will be responsible for relations with governors 👉 The 2026 Budget has already been approved 👉 Santilli has already maintained an agenda at the Casa Rosada
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THE CRIME SYNDICATE HAS A DISPUTE OVER COMMAND AND A NEW RISK OF WEAR AND TEAR FOR THE LULA GOVERNMENT
👉 The Brazilian Senate is set to install a parliamentary inquiry commission to investigate organized crime. 👉 The government and opposition parties are vying for control of the committee. 👉 The government has nominated Fabiano Contarato and Jaques Wagner as potential presidents of the committee. 👉 The opposition is pushing for a representative from their own ranks to lead the committee. 👉 The commission's relator, Alessandro Vieira, has emphasized the need for a balanced approach.
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IMPACT OF THE CONGRESSIONAL ELECTIONS: THE OPPOSITION SEEKS A BUDGET RESOLUTION, BUT THE RULING PARTY HAS ALREADY SET THE AGENDA AND TIMINGS.
👉 The opposition blocks are pushing to finalize the budget treatment plan 👉 The plan includes the approval of three laws vetoed by President Javier Milei 👉 The opposition is seeking to present its own dictamen 👉 The government is preparing its own position and may present its own draft budget
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JEFFRIES: WE'RE WILLING TO CUT DEAL SO DEMS STOP USING 'JIM CROW RELIC' ON SHUTDOWN THAT'S GOP'S FAULT
👉 House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries blames Republicans for the government shutdown 👉 Jeffries demands a bipartisan spending agreement to reopen the government 👉 Democrats will sit down with Republicans to find a bipartisan path forward 👉 Addressing the Republican healthcare crisis is necessary 👉 The Affordable Care Act tax credits are set to expire
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SEVEN DEPUTIES OF PATRICIA BULLRICH ANNOUNCED THAT THEY LEAVE PRO AND JOIN LA LIBERTAD AVANZA
👉 Seven lawmakers leave Pro party and join La Libertad Avanza (LLA) 👉 The move comes after the parliamentary election, where the government emerged as the clear winner 👉 The lawmakers had been articulating with the officialism from the Pro party's bench 👉 They had been excluded from the party's leadership and were seeking a new platform
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CONFLICT IN RIO: OPPOSITION GOVERNORS TARGET NATIONAL GOVERNMENT, ANNOUNCE CREATION OF 'PEACE CONSORTIUM'
👉 Governors from the right-wing party met in Rio de Janeiro to discuss the national government's handling of the anti-drug operation 👉 The governors criticized the national government's handling of the operation and the proposed constitutional amendment on public security 👉 The governors announced the formation of a 'consortium for peace' to share resources and coordinate efforts to combat crime 👉 The governors expressed concerns about the impact of the operation on the city of Rio de Janeiro and the need for a more effective and coordinated response
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MILEI SE REÚNE COM GOVERNADORES EM BUSCA DE APOIO PARA REFORMAS NA ARGENTINA TRANSLATES TO MILEI MEETS WITH GOVERNORS IN SEARCH OF SUPPORT FOR REFORMS IN ARGENTINA
👉 President Milei met with representatives of 20 provinces to discuss budget and labor reforms 👉 The meeting aimed to secure support for his proposals in Congress 👉 The president's team emphasized the need to modernize the labor code, eliminate unnecessary taxes, and reform the penal code 👉 The meeting was seen as positive by most attendees 👉 The absence of key opposition figures, including Governor Axel Kicillof, was notable
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QUIRNO DEFENDED TRUMP'S SUPPORT AND CLAIMED THAT MILEI BOUGHT THE MOST RESERVATIONS IN HISTORY WITH CRITICISMS AGAINST THE K'S.
👉 Pablo Quirno criticizes the Kirchnerism for the country's high debt 👉 Estimates that the upcoming election will reduce uncertainty and allow for the accumulation of reserves 👉 Praises the government of Javier Milei for reducing the debt and accumulating reserves 👉 Criticizes Alberto Fernández and Cristina Kirchner for selling a debt restructuring plan as "virtuous" but actually hiding the fact that debt payments would start after they left office
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BEFORE THE MILEI-MACRI SUMMIT, FRANCOS DEFENDED THE PRO: 'IT'S VERY IMPORTANT FOR US'
👉 PRO party's role in the national government emphasized 👉 Good relationship between President Mauricio Macri and the party's leader 👉 President to meet with 20 governors to seek consensus on new reforms 👉 Favorable situation for the government after the electoral victory 👉 Easier passage of reforms and creation of more and better jobs
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ENVALENTONADA BY THE TRIUMPH, BULLRICH WENT TO THE CHAMBER OF DEPUTIES, DEFENDED THE BUDGET AND ANNOUNCED THE SENDING OF A NEW PENAL CODE.
👉 Patricia Bullrich presented the 2026 budget to the Argentine Congress 👉 The budget includes a 29.5% allocation for aviation, 25.8% for technology, and 15.1% for automotives 👉 The government plans to reform the country's penal code, making certain crimes imprescriptible 👉 Bullrich announced a 84% increase in funding for the fight against drug trafficking 👉 The reform would include a new chapter on cybercrimes and increased penalties for corruption 👉 Bullrich denied having ties to Fred Machado, a businessman accused of narcotrafic
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BULLRICH ADVANCED REFORMS IN THE CRIMINAL CODE AND SAID THAT SPENDING WILL INCREASE TO COMBAT DRUG TRAFFICKING.
👉 Patricia Bullrich presented her plan for the 2026 budget 👉 The budget for combating drug trafficking will increase 👉 The anti-riot protocol will be defended 👉 A new chapter on cybercrimes will be created 👉 Penalties for common crimes such as homicide will be increased 👉 A new project to combat violence against women will be created
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THE ELECTORAL TRIUMPH GIVES THE GOVERNMENT A NEW OPPORTUNITY IN THE SENATE TO COMPLETE THE JUDICIAL VACANCIES
👉 Vacant judicial positions in Argentina, particularly in the Supreme Court and the Procurador General of the Nation 👉 Opposition party, Unión por la Patria, holds key votes and is refusing to negotiate with the government 👉 Government plans to send package of structural reforms to Congress 👉 Reforms could be used as leverage to negotiate with opposition
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NARCO INTERDICTION AT SEA ISN’T NEW, CBP, COAST GUARD HAVE BEEN DOING IT FOR YEARS
👉 President Trump announced plans to provide more information to Congress about using the US military to target drug cartel operations in the Caribbean. 👉 The US is engaged in an 'armed conflict' with drug cartels in the Caribbean, according to President Trump. 👉 President Trump plans to provide more information to Congress about using the US military to target drug cartel operations.
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LABOR REFORM: THE GOVERNMENT PROPOSES 'MERIT-BASED' SALARIES, COMPANY-LEVEL COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AND CHANGES TO OVERTIME HOURS.
👉 Promote collective bargaining by company 👉 Individual salary increases "by merit" 👉 Bank of worked hours 👉 Payments in different currencies 👉 Freedom to negotiate salaries 👉 Digitalization of registration processes 👉 Elimination of bureaucratic obstacles
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JAVIER MILEI AND HIS MEASURES, LIVE: DEPUTIES DEBATE THE 2026 BUDGET AND THE OPPOSITION SEEKS TO ADVANCE IN THE CASE OF $LIBRA
👉 Two commission meetings in the Congress 👉 Meetings are scheduled close to the upcoming elections on Sunday 👉 Concerns about the independence of the commission's work
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THE CGT EXPECTS AN ADVERSE OUTCOME FOR THE GOVERNMENT IN THE ELECTION AND IS PREPARING TO NEGOTIATE THE LABOR REFORM
👉 CGT union leaders are concerned about the outcome of the upcoming elections in Argentina 👉 The outcome of the elections will determine the government's stance on labor reform 👉 The government, led by President Javier Milei, is pushing for a labor reform that will benefit employers 👉 The CGT union leaders believe that workers' rights need to be protected 👉 The union leaders are concerned about the government's plans and the need for workers' rights to be protected
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RESERVED BUDGET NEGOTIATION: WHEN DOES IT START AND WHICH OPPONENTS ACCEPTED THE GOVERNMENT'S CALL
👉 Meeting between government and opposition lawmakers to negotiate 2026 budget 👉 US government pressure to strengthen parliamentary support 👉 Third extension of budget since 2023 👉 Government invites opposition lawmakers to discuss budget 👉 Meeting to be held on Monday, led by President of the Chamber of Deputies Martín Menem and Bertie Benegas Lynch
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THE POSSIBLE ENTRY OF SANTIAGO CAPUTO INTO THE CABINET EXACERBATES THE DISPUTE OVER POSITIONS IN THE GOVERNMENT
👉 Santiago Caputo, a key advisor to President Javier Milei, may be appointed to a formal position in the national cabinet 👉 Caputo has been a contentious figure in the government, with some seeing him as a strong ally and others viewing him as a threat to the president's power 👉 Tensions between Caputo and the head of the presidential office, Guillermo Francos, have been escalating 👉 The government is considering appointing other officials to key positions, including the minister of defense and the secretary of security
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PERU: A PROTEST IN FRONT OF CONGRESS ENDED IN A VIOLENT CONFRONTATION WITH THE POLICE AND MORE THAN 70 INJURED
👉 55 police officers and 20 civilians injured 👉 8 journalists attacked by police officers 👉 Protesters accused President Jerí and Congress of being corrupt 👉 Protest was led by young people from 'Generation Z' and social collectives
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INDICTED FOR FALSE TESTIMONY AGAINST THE KIRCHNERIST ADVISOR WHO LINKED THE DEPUTY MILMAN TO THE ATTACK AGAINST CRISTINA.
👉 Jorge Abello, a legislative advisor for the Kirchnerism, was investigated for allegedly making false statements 👉 Abello claimed to have overheard Gerardo Milman talking about the attack on Cristina Kirchner 👉 No one else corroborated Abello's account 👉 The investigation found no evidence to support Abello's claims 👉 The judge decided to archive the case against Milman and proceed with investigating Abello for false testimony
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THE CONGRESS PUT A BRAKE ON MILEI'S DECREES, BUT A PRESIDENTIAL VETO IS EXPECTED.
👉 The opposition successfully passed the bill to modify the law limiting the president's power 👉 The key article 3, which deals with the approval process, failed to pass with only 127 votes in favor 👉 The bill will now return to the Senate, where it may be revised or rejected 👉 The debate centered around the concept of 'golpismo' or 'governability' 👉 The government accused the opposition of trying to destabilize the government, while the opposition argued that the bill is necessary to prevent abuse of power
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WITH THE SHADOW OF THE ESPERT CASE: THE OPPOSITION OPENED THE VENUE TO LIMIT MILEI'S USE OF DNU
👉 The opposition has opened a session to discuss and potentially reform the DNU law 👉 The DNU law is a key tool for the government 👉 José Luis Espert is under investigation for receiving money from an entrepreneur accused of having ties to organized crime 👉 The opposition is seeking to limit the government's ability to issue decrees without congressional approval 👉 The government is trying to maintain its power
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MILEI RISKS A KEY TOOL FOR HIS GOVERNABILITY: HE IS THE THIRD PRESIDENT WHO SIGNS THE MOST DNU PER MONTH
👉 President Milei has issued 76 DNU since taking office, more than his predecessors 👉 Milei has relied heavily on DNU and DD to govern despite being in a minority in Congress 👉 The majority of DD (76%) are related to economic and administrative matters 👉 The study found that the use of DD has increased significantly since the passage of the Law Bases in 2024
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CHECKMATE TO ESPERT? THEY ARE TRYING TO RUN HIM OUT OF BUDGET, AND SOME ARE ALSO TRYING TO EXPEL HIM FROM CONGRESS
👉 The government is trying to prevent an opposition-led session in Congress 👉 The opposition has scheduled a session for Wednesday 👉 The government is trying to block the session 👉 José Luis Espert, a controversial deputy, may be removed from his position 👉 The government has a delicate relationship with some governors 👉 The situation is complicated and unclear
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WHITE HOUSE TO SEND ABOUT THIRD OF ITS EMPLOYEES ON UNPAID LEAVE DUE TO SHUTDOWN
👉 554 White House employees will go on unpaid leave 👉 Department of Government Efficiency will not be affected 👉 Office of Management and Budget will retain 437 employees 👉 US federal government partially suspended operations due to lack of funding
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REP. ROSA DELAURO, D-CONN., TALKS ABOUT FIGHT IN CONGRESS OVER FUNDING THE GOVERNMENT
👉 Rep. DeLauro discusses the fight over government funding 👉 She explains the challenges and disagreements between Democrats and Republicans 👉 She talks about the potential consequences of a government shutdown
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WHAT WILL HAPPEN IF THERE'S A GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN AT DAY'S END
👉 The US government is on the verge of a shutdown as Democrats and Republicans fail to reach a compromise on a short-term funding measure. 👉 The shutdown would affect millions of federal workers and could have significant economic impacts. 👉 The main sticking point is the Medicaid cuts in President Trump's mega-bill and the extension of tax credits for health insurance premiums. 👉 The White House has threatened to fire federal workers in a shutdown, which would be a more aggressive step than in previous shutdowns.
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YOUNG PERUVIANS CLASH WITH POLICE IN ANTI-GOVERNMENT PROTESTS
👉 Protests in Peru's capital, Lima, turned violent as police clashed with young anti-government protesters 👉 Protests were sparked by a pension reform that requires young people to pay into a private pension fund 👉 Police fired tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd, leaving at least 18 protesters injured 👉 Human rights groups accused the police of overreacting
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PRESIDENTIAL IMPRINT: JAVIER MILEI ISSUED MORE THAN DOUBLE THE NUMBER OF DECREES THAN THE OFFICIAL PROJECTS SENT TO CONGRESS
👉 President Milei has used more than twice as many executive decrees as laws to govern 👉 The opposition has criticized Milei's approach, saying it is a sign of weakness and a lack of commitment to democratic governance 👉 Many of the projects presented by the government have been stalled in committee 👉 The use of decrees has led to a lack of transparency and accountability 👉 The government has used vetoes to block opposition-backed laws
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SCHUMER SHUTDOWN WATCH: TRUMP TO HOST CONGRESSIONAL LEADERS AT WHITE HOUSE AS GOVERNMENT FUNDING SET TO EXPIRE
👉 President Trump plans to meet with top congressional leaders at the White House on Monday 👉 He has rejected a meeting with Democratic minority leaders due to their demands 👉 Congress faces a deadline to pass a spending bill to avoid a government shutdown 👉 Senate Democrats have defeated a spending bill passed by the House
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SUPREME COURT LETS TRUMP WITHHOLD $4 BILLION IN FOREIGN AID APPROVED BY CONGRESS
👉 The Supreme Court allowed President Trump's administration to withhold more than $4 billion in foreign aid funding 👉 The decision effectively extends an order that Chief Justice John Roberts had issued earlier this month 👉 The court's three liberals, Justices Elena Kagan, Sonia Sotomayor, and Ketanji Brown Jackson, dissented
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FRANCO SPOKE ABOUT THE SUPPORT OF THE UNITED STATES AND THE OCTOBER ELECTIONS, WITH A NOD TO MACRI.
👉 La Libertad Avanza views the PRO party as an important force 👉 The government wants to hold conversations with the PRO party 👉 The goal is to unite the forces in Congress
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THE GOVERNMENT DISMISSES THE IMPACT OF A MOVE AGAINST FRANCO BUT IS ON ALERT FOR THE DNU LAW AND SAYS IT WOULD VETO IT.
👉 The government has suspended the implementation of a law on disability emergency 👉 The opposition is seeking to impeach the head of the cabinet, Guillermo Francos 👉 The government argues that the law was suspended due to a lack of funding 👉 The opposition accuses the government of violating the division of powers
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PUTIN GRANTS RUSSIAN CITIZENSHIP TO AMERICAN WOMAN WHO ACCUSED BIDEN OF SEXUAL HARASSMENT
👉 Tara Reade accused Joe Biden of sexual assault in 1993 👉 She received Russian citizenship from President Vladimir Putin 👉 She had previously accused her ex-husband of domestic violence 👉 She changed her name to Alexandra McCabe in 1998 👉 She had been a vocal critic of Joe Biden's during his 2020 presidential campaign
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BUDGET: THE DEBATE STARTS AND THE OFFICIALDOM EXPECTS TO STRETCH THE VOTING UNTIL AFTER THE LEGISLATIVE CHANGE
👉 The opposition is demanding the presence of Minister Luis 'Toto' Caputo to explain the plan and projections. 👉 The project has been criticized for its lack of transparency and for not addressing the country's economic crisis. 👉 The debate is expected to be intense, with the opposition seeking to block the project and the government trying to pass it. 👉 The project includes a 39.1% reduction in transfers to provinces compared to 2024 and a 36.7% reduction compared to 2025. 👉 The opposition is also criticizing the project's lack of funding for education and healthcare.
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DC MAYOR DEFENDS HER CRIME POLICIES TO A HOUSE COMMITTEE, AS FEDERAL LAW ENFORCEMENT SURGE CONTINUES
👉 D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser defends her policies to Congress 👉 President Trump's law enforcement surge continues 👉 Lawmakers push for further limits on the city's authority 👉 Bowser lists off the city's accomplishments in reducing crime 👉 Federal intervention has enhanced those achievements 👉 Committee chair Rep. James Comer berates Bowser and other city officials for D.C. crime 👉 Legislation passed to realign the district's criminal justice system
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WATCH: DC MAYOR BOWSER TESTIFIES TO HOUSE COMMITTEE AS CONGRESS WEIGHS NEW LAWS FOR CITY
👉 D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser defends her policies to Congress 👉 President Trump's law enforcement surge continues in Washington D.C. 👉 Bowser lists the city's accomplishments in reducing crime 👉 Committee chair Rep. James Comer berates Bowser and other officials for D.C. crime 👉 Bills to realign D.C.'s criminal justice system are discussed
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WHAT WAS VOTED ON YESTERDAY IN CONGRESS
👉 Chamber of Deputies rejected two key vetoes from President Javier Milei 👉 Approved laws for hospital financing and university funding 👉 First law focuses on emergency pediatric care and hospital Garrahan's funding 👉 Second law focuses on university budget and includes salary increases and budget allocations 👉 Laws now move to the Senate for final treatment 👉 Approved laws aim to improve healthcare services and education
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SENATE: THE OPPOSITION IS HEADING TOWARDS REJECTING MILEI'S VETO ON THE ALLOCATION OF ATN FUNDS TO THE PROVINCES
👉 The opposition has gathered the quorum in the Senate to discuss the law 👉 The law aims to obligate the government to distribute funds to provinces 👉 The government has vetoed the law, but the opposition is seeking to override the veto 👉 The law has been approved by Congress in August 👉 The government has been accused of systematically delaying the release of funds to provinces
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PROTESTERS CELEBRATE MILEI'S VETO DEFEAT AT THE MARCHA FEDERAL FOR UNIVERSITIES AND PEDIATRIC CARE
👉 Tens of thousands of demonstrators in Buenos Aires celebrated the rejection of Javier Milei's vetoes 👉 The vetoes were rejected by the Lower House, where Milei lacks a majority 👉 The bills aim to update university budgets in line with inflation and improve pay for teachers and non-teaching staff 👉 The decision must still be ratified by the Senate, but the opposition is expected to secure a two-thirds majority
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THE GOVERNMENT, IMPACTED BY ANOTHER TOUGH DEFEAT IN CONGRESS: THEY POINT FINGERS AT PRO AND GOVERNORS, BUT ADMIT TO THEIR OWN MISTAKES
👉 The government accuses opposition parties of allying with the Kirchnerist movement to block vetoes 👉 The opposition claims the government is trying to manipulate the economy and generate uncertainty 👉 The situation is seen as a challenge to the government's stability and its ability to implement its policies
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IF YOU CAN BELIEVE IT, SENATE REPUBLICANS ARE PROBING A TRUMP SCANDAL
👉 Susan Monarez, former CDC director, testified before Congress 👉 Monarez criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s management of vaccines 👉 Monarez was fired by Kennedy only 29 days after her confirmation 👉 The hearing was a rare moment of oversight in the Trump administration 👉 The administration's lack of transparency and accountability was highlighted
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THE LAST-MINUTE MANEUVER OF FREEDOM ADVANCES SO THAT DEPUTIES DO NOT TREAT MILEI'S VETO TO UNIVERSITIES ENDED IN LAUGHTER AND JEERS.
👉 President Javier Milei's vetoes on university financing and Hospital Garrahan were rejected 👉 The Libertad Avanza block proposed canceling the debate and focusing on the 2026 budget 👉 The proposal was met with opposition from other blocks 👉 The debate was ultimately rejected
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LIVE TRANSLATION OF THE DEBATE ON MILEI'S VETOES IN THE CHAMBER OF DEPUTIES: THE OPPOSITION IS TRYING TO INSIST ON THE FINANCING LAWS FOR GARRAHAN AND UNIVERSITIES
👉 Session scheduled for 13:00 👉 Coincides with massive march outside Congress 👉 Projects to reject four delegated decrees 👉 Summon Karina Milei to testify in Andis scandal
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FEDERAL UNIVERSITY MARCH: MAP OF CONCENTRATIONS FOR THIS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
👉 Student unions and political parties organized a new Marcha Federal Universitaria 👉 The march is in response to President Javier Milei's veto of the university financing law 👉 The event is expected to take place on September 17th in front of the Congress and other locations across the country 👉 Various organizations have called for the march, including the Federación Universitaria Argentina, the Frente Gremial, and the Consejo Interuniversitario Nacional
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AFTER A ZOOM MEETING WITH GOVERNORS, THE PINK HOUSE IS EVALUATING INCREASES FOR GARRAHAN AND UNIVERSITIES TO SOFTEN THE SETBACK IN THE CHAMBER OF DEPUTIES.
👉 The government is trying to contain the damage after the opposition is expected to reject two emergency laws in Congress. 👉 The government is offering additional resources to universities and hospitals, particularly the Hospital Garrahan. 👉 The measures being considered include increasing resources for universities and hospitals, as well as increasing salaries for teachers. 👉 The government is trying to capitalize on recent transfers of funds to provincial governors, who may be influenced by these gestures. 👉 The opposition remains skeptical and has accused the government of trying to buy their votes.
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CAPUTO ACCUSED YACOBITTI OF 'EARNING MORE THAN ANY MINISTER' AND THE UBA'S VICE-RECTOR RESPONDED: 'IT'S FALSE, A BAD PERSON'.
👉 Minister of Economy Luis Caputo accused University of Buenos Aires Vice-Rector Emiliano Yacobitti of being overpaid 👉 Yacobitti denied the claim and accused Caputo of being a 'bad person' 👉 The exchange occurred as the Argentine government is set to consider a veto on a law aimed at increasing funding for universities 👉 The universities have planned a march to protest the veto and demand increased funding 👉 The government has announced plans to cut spending and reduce its deficit
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THE UNIVERSITY MARCH WILL BE MASSIVE AND WILL HAVE THE BACKING OF KICILLOF, THE CGT, OPPOSITION SECTORS, AND SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS.
👉 Massive protest expected in front of the Argentine Congress 👉 Protest aims to reject presidential veto of university financing law 👉 Law aims to update education sector budget, re-open collective bargaining agreement for teachers, and increase student scholarships 👉 Various sectors of society and politics expected to participate, including students, teachers, workers, politicians, and social organizations
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MILEI INSISTS ON HIS PROJECT TO SHIELD THE FISCAL DEFICIT AND THE OPPOSITION ACCUSES HIM OF EXTORTION
👉 The bill aims to prevent lawmakers from increasing public spending without sufficient resources 👉 It proposes penalties for lawmakers who approve spending increases without sufficient resources 👉 It seeks to eliminate the use of monetary financing for the deficit 👉 The bill is part of the government's efforts to strengthen fiscal discipline and ensure the country's fiscal stability
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TEXAS REPUBLICAN REP. MICHAEL MCCAUL ANNOUNCES HE WILL NOT SEEK RE-ELECTION
👉 Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) announced he will not seek re-election 👉 He has served in Congress for over two decades 👉 He is looking for a new challenge 👉 He will serve out the remainder of his term 👉 He wants to continue serving the country in national security and foreign policy
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KARINE JEAN-PIERRE COULDN’T GET AWAY FAST ENOUGH WHEN QUESTIONED BY REPORTERS AFTER TESTIFYING BEFORE CONGRESS ABOUT BIDEN (VIDEO)
👉 Karine Jean-Pierre declined to answer questions from reporters 👉 She was testifying before Congress about President Biden's administration 👉 This behavior is unusual for a government official
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BLACK BALANCE FOR THE GOVERNMENT IN CONGRESS: 40 LOST VOTES AND AN AGENDA CONTROLLED BY THE K
👉 The government is struggling to resist opposition in Congress ahead of October's legislative elections. 👉 The opposition is preparing to overturn vetoes on key projects, including financing for universities and the ATN. 👉 The government is facing criticism over its handling of a cryptocurrency scandal. 👉 The government has lost 40 votes in the Congress since March. 👉 The opposition is pushing for investigations into alleged corruption and embezzlement in the government's handling of the ATN and the agency of disability.
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THE OPPOSITION WARNS ABOUT THE CONSEQUENCES OF NOT IMPLEMENTING THE DISABILITY LAW AND POINTS TO FRANCO'S
👉 The government is considering whether to regulate, suspend, or take the disability emergency law to court 👉 The law updates rates for service providers and creates a non-contributory disability pension 👉 The government has not taken concrete steps to implement the law 👉 The opposition is increasing pressure, warning of the consequences of not applying the law 👉 The law has been in effect since September 4
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THE GOVERNMENT WILL DENOUNCE THE UBA AUTHORITIES FOR THEIR CAMPAIGN AGAINST THE VETO OF THE UNIVERSITY FINANCING LAW.
👉 The Argentine government will denounce the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) for violating its public official duties. 👉 The UBA launched a political campaign against the veto of the university financing law. 👉 The government accused the UBA of blocking access to its official website and replacing it with a page featuring the message 'No al veto'. 👉 The government demands that the UBA restore access to the website and investigate those responsible for creating a subdomain promoting the 'No al veto' campaign.
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MSNBC'S, PUNCHBOWL'S SHERMAN: DEMS 'NOT INTERESTED' IN 'TURNING DOWN THE RHETORIC', NEITHER IS GOP
👉 The House Republican Conference is not interested in toning down rhetoric 👉 Democrats are also not interested in toning down rhetoric 👉 Some Republicans, such as Rep. Mike Johnson and Sen. John Thune, have been trying to cool things down 👉 Rep. Derrick Van Orden blamed the victim for being shot and killed
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WHAT LAWS DID JAVIER MILEI VETO?
👉 President Javier Milei has vetoed two laws passed by the Congress 👉 The laws aimed to increase funding for education and healthcare 👉 The move has sparked controversy and protests from opposition parties and governors 👉 The President has maintained an inflexible stance on initiatives that generate a fiscal cost 👉 The situation has sparked concerns about the future of a third key law
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MILEI VETOES THE INCREASE IN FUNDS FOR UNIVERSITIES AND CONGRESS IS WAITING FOR THE REJECTION OF GARRAHAN AND ATN LAWS TO HASTEN THE INSISTENCE
👉 Javier Milei has vetoed the law on university financing 👉 The parliament is planning to vote on the insistences next week 👉 The opposition is determined to advance with the projects 👉 The government has not provided clarity on the veto
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META CONCEALED STUDIES ON CHILD SAFETY ON VIRTUAL REALITY PLATFORMS, DENOUNCE FORMER EMPLOYEES
👉 Meta suppressed internal research that found serious risks to child safety on its virtual reality platforms 👉 Current and former employees testified before the US Congress that Meta's legal team attempted to downplay the negative effects of its virtual reality products on young users 👉 Research found that children under the age of 13 were using Meta's virtual reality services 👉 Meta's legal team tried to 'establish a plausible denial' about the negative effects of its products on young users
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THE INVESTIGATIVE COMMISSION OF THE $LIBRA CASE IS ACTIVATED AND PUTS PRESSURE ON MILEI
👉 The commission will hold its first meeting to investigate the $LIBRA case 👉 Key figures including Alejandro Melik and Florencia Zicavo will testify 👉 The commission has issued over a dozen summonses 👉 President Javier Milei will receive a questionnaire
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RFK JR. STUNS CRITICS IN A HIGH-STAKES SENATE HEARING
👉 RFK Jr. announced that the CDC will be cleaning house, removing health officials responsible for the COVID failures 👉 He revealed that 76.4% of Americans now have a chronic disease, a stark contrast to the 11% when his uncle was President 👉 He exposed Senator Elizabeth Warren's $855,000 in donations from the pharmaceutical industry 👉 He took down Senator Bernie Sanders' fatal error of saying nearly every politician takes Pharma dollars
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JAVIER MILEI AND HIS MEASURES, LIVE: THE OPPOSITION WARNS THAT THEY MIGHT TAKE THE JUSTICE TO COURT TO REQUIRE KARINA MILEI TO EXPLAIN HERSELF IN CONGRESS OVER THE $LIBRA CASE
👉 The congressional commission has summoned the President's sister to explain herself 👉 If she fails to appear, the commission may ask a judge to have her brought in with security forces 👉 The investigation is ongoing and has been a major focus of attention
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AUDIO SCANDAL: OPPOSITION ADVANCES IN CONGRESS WITH REQUEST FOR INTERPELLATION OF KARINA MILEI
👉 Opposition seeks investigation into alleged corruption in ANDIS 👉 Government tries to block inquiry 👉 Karina Milei and Mario Lugones to be questioned 👉 Opposition seeks to suspend pension payments for invalidity 👉 Government tries to delay investigation
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THE OPPOSITION IS LINING UP TO QUESTION KARINA MILEI AND IS CONSIDERING REMOVING THE OFFICIALDOM FROM THE LEADERSHIP OF TWO KEY COMMISSIONS
👉 The opposition is moving forward with an interrogation of Karina Milei and other officials over allegations of corruption in the disability sector. 👉 The opposition has agreed to request information from the Executive Power. 👉 The opposition has criticized the government's handling of the situation. 👉 The Senate is set to reject the veto on the disability emergency law.
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MENDONÇA WILL RELEASE ACCESS TO INVESTIGATIONS ON FRAUD AT INSS, SAYS CPI
👉 The parliamentary committee investigating the INSS case in Congress is expected to receive investigations from the Supreme Court Minister André Mendonça. 👉 The investigations are not classified and are not under investigation by the Federal Police. 👉 The committee aims to make public all the information received from the court within two months. 👉 The committee's president and rapporteur, Senator Carlos Viana and Deputy Alfredo Gaspar, met with Mendonça and were assured that the court will collaborate on the documents.
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THE GOVERNMENT OF MISIONES WILL APPROACH THE FEDERAL JUSTICE TO STOP THE DECREASES IN DISABILITY PENSIONS
👉 The government of Misiones province is seeking a court injunction to stop the reduction of disability pensions by the National Agency for Disability (Andis). 👉 The audits conducted by Andis have resulted in hundreds of cases where people with disabilities have had their pensions cut off. 👉 The government believes that the audits were conducted irregularly and are illegal. 👉 The move is seen as a departure from the province's previous stance, as its legislators in Congress had previously supported the government's initiatives.
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WHY IS KARINA MILEI BEING POINTED TO IN THE BRIBES SCANDAL?
👉 Karina Milei's name appears in clandestine recordings describing a supposed corruption scheme 👉 The recordings mention Karina Milei as a supposed beneficiary of illegal returns 👉 The opposition has launched an offensive in Congress, with requests for Karina Milei's interrogation and the creation of a investigative commission 👉 The government has changed its strategy and is now defending the Menem family
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THE GOVERNMENT BETS ON RESISTANCE IN CONGRESS AGAINST AN UNPRECEDENTED OPPOSITION OFFENSIVE
👉 The government of Javier Milei is facing a difficult week as it tries to resist the opposition's pressure in Congress. 👉 The scandal involving alleged bribes at the National Agency for Disability (Andis) has led to a crisis for the government. 👉 The government is trying to gain time and distance itself from the opposition. 👉 The opposition is pushing forward with its investigations and is likely to continue to apply pressure. 👉 The government is also facing challenges in the Senate, where it is likely to face opposition to its vetoes.
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INTERPELLATIONS, INVESTIGATING COMMISSION AND PRESSURE TO FRANCO: THE OPPOSITION CLOSES IN ON THE GOVERNMENT OVER THE AUDIO SCANDAL
👉 The opposition has presented several initiatives to investigate alleged corruption at Andis 👉 The government is trying to contain the fallout, with the President and other officials remaining silent 👉 The crisis is expected to dominate the agenda in Congress 👉 The opposition is seeking to force the government to take action
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FENTANYL, ANDIS, AND $LIBRA: THE OPPOSITION'S OFFENSIVE AGAINST JAVIER MILEI DOES NOT STOP AT CONGRESS.
👉 The opposition is pushing for investigations into corruption scandals, including the ANDIS agency and the fentanilo contamination case. 👉 Several commissions are meeting to discuss investigations and project proposals. 👉 The government's efforts to address these issues have been met with skepticism. 👉 The opposition is demanding greater transparency and accountability. 👉 A commission is being created to investigate the fentanilo case. 👉 A bicameral commission is being proposed to investigate the ANDIS agency.
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