President Javier Milei met with Chief of Staff Manuel Adorni in mid-June to decide Adorni's future in the government [1].
The potential departure of the chief of staff marks a significant shift in Milei's inner circle as the administration faces mounting legislative hostility and public dissatisfaction.
Reports indicate the meeting took place on June 13 [1]. While some reports placed the encounter at the Casa Rosada, other accounts suggested it occurred at the presidential residence in Olivos [2, 3]. The primary objective of the discussion was to coordinate Adorni's exit from the administration.
Political pressure on Adorni intensified throughout the month. On June 17, the Senate discussed a possible historic censure motion against him [4]. This legislative threat, combined with Adorni's falling popularity, has made his position increasingly untenable for the presidency [5].
Internal tensions have also surfaced within the cabinet. Some officials have reportedly been waiting for the resignation to be formalized to stabilize the government's image [1].
"Adorni se tiene que ir," Milei said [1].
Though the exact timing of the departure remains subject to internal coordination, some sources indicate Adorni may present his resignation before an upcoming Argentina national team match [2]. The administration has already begun searching for a potential replacement to fill the role [6].
“"Adorni se tiene que ir."”
The expected resignation of Manuel Adorni suggests that President Milei is prioritizing political survival and legislative stability over personal loyalty. By removing a lightning rod for opposition criticism, Milei may hope to neutralize the Senate's censure motion and reduce friction with the legislative branch, though the move also signals a vulnerability in the administration's original leadership structure.
