Because Donald Trump's personal friend, close political ally, and, quote, favorite president, Argentine President Xavier Milei, is facing a critical midterm election in the coming weeks, and he is in trouble. Milei's popularity has plummeted in recent months because of his ongoing corruption scandals and the complete failure of his radical economic agenda. As a result, his party suffered a surprising defeat in local elections in September. Now, the election coming up on October 26th will determine whether Melaye can keep exerting control over Argentina's legislature. (08:10–08:23)
CLAIM
Asserts that President Milei's popularity has decreased due to corruption scandals and a failed economic agenda.
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