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Argentine President Javier Milei plans to fire 70,000 government workers, freeze public works, cut off funding to provincial governments, and terminate social welfare plans in an effort to reach fiscal balance, showcasing his libertarian approach to slashing the state.
Javier Milei, a former television celebrity and economist, has been sworn in as Argentina's new president. Known for his eccentricity and brash rhetoric, Milei has drawn comparisons to former President Donald Trump. In his inaugural speech, he lamented the state of Argentina's economy and warned of upcoming austerity measures. Milei, a self-described "anarcho-capitalist," plans to eliminate the Central Bank, replace the depreciating peso with the U.S. dollar, and focus on reforming the state rather than the private sector. He has been embraced by far-right leaders and supporters disillusioned with the country's economic situation.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated libertarian Javier Milei on his election as president of Argentina, expressing pride and confidence in his ability to turn the country's economy around.
Radical libertarian candidate Javier Milei has emerged as the winner in the Argentina presidential election.
Argentines voted in a tense national election, with a far-right libertarian, Javier Milei, leading the race for the presidency. The election comes amid the country's worst economic crisis in two decades, with high inflation and widespread poverty. Milei's shock therapy approach includes dollarizing the economy, privatizing state entities, and slashing the size of government. The election is expected to have significant implications for Argentina's political landscape, financial markets, and international relations. A runoff vote is likely as no outright winner is expected.
Woody Harrelson responded to the backlash he received after hosting Saturday Night Live and taking an anti-vax stand, saying he doesn't pay attention to it. He also classified himself as a libertarian and anarchist, criticizing both liberal and conservative ideologies and expressing his dislike for government and mandates. The actor has previously voiced his opinions on Covid protocols on production sets, calling them "absurd."