Nominations, which need the Senate approval, were received with criticism by the opposition, which considers them unconstitutional
The president of, generated a political crisis by appointing, through a decree, two new members to the Supreme Court of Justice. The nominations, which need Senate approval, were received with criticism by the opposition, which considers them unconstitutional. The chosen ones, Ariel Lijo and Manuel García Mansilla, face strong resistance, especially Lijo, who has accumulated more than 30 complaints for misconduct and other serious accusations. Milei defended his decision by stating that the Senate’s slowness to approve new members of the Court justified the measure. He took advantage of the legislature to act, arguing that the court could not effectively operate with only three judges. The Peronian bench in the Senate has already expressed its intention to contest the decree, considering it an affront to the Constitution.
The situation raises concerns about the relationship between the executive and legislative powers in Argentina. Experts believe that Milei’s action can be a strategy for diverting the attention of a scandal involving ongoing cryptocurrencies. If the Senate does not validate the nominations, the president has the option to extend the decree for another year, which could further aggravate the crisis. Political tension intensifies as opposition mobilizes to contest the president’s decision. The current situation reflects a delicate scenario, where the separation of powers and the legality of government actions are at stake. The repercussion of the nominations and the Senate response will be crucial to the future of Milei’s administration and for the country’s political stability.
Posted by Sarah Paula
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