Violent clashes in Buenos Aires as President Milei passes reforms

ABC News June 14, 2024, 05:00 AM UTC

Summary: Violent clashes erupted in Buenos Aires as President Javier Milei narrowly passed radical economic reforms through the Senate. Demonstrators clashed with police outside Argentina's Congress, protesting against the reforms aimed at overhauling the economy grappling with nearly 300% inflation. The reforms include executive powers for the president and austerity measures. Markets reacted positively, but critics warn of potential catastrophic consequences. Milei's party struggles in Congress. Argentina faces deep economic challenges with over half the population in poverty.

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    Violent protests in Argentina over Milei's shock therapy reforms (The Telegraph)
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    Argentina Senate approves Milei's reforms amid violent protests (The Associated Press)
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    Argentina Senate approves President Milei's austerity measures amid protests (The Guardian)
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