President Javier Milei appointed Diego Santilli as Argentina's new Chief of Cabinet on June 29, 2026 [1].
The appointment follows the resignation of Manuel Adorni, who stepped down amid a judicial investigation [2]. This leadership change occurs at a critical juncture for the administration's legislative and executive coordination.
Santilli is scheduled to be sworn into the position on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 [3]. The ceremony will take place at the Casa Rosada in Buenos Aires [4].
The transition comes after a period of instability within the cabinet. While some reports indicated the government announced the successor on Sunday, official records confirm the announcement date as June 29, 2026 [1].
Local political figures have reacted to the shift in leadership. Gustavo Sáenz said, “El diálogo es el camino” [5].
As the new Jefe de Gabinete, Santilli will take over the administrative duties and political liaison responsibilities previously held by Adorni. The appointment is seen as a move to stabilize the government's internal operations following the legal pressures that led to the previous chief's departure [2].
““El diálogo es el camino””
The appointment of Diego Santilli marks a strategic pivot for President Milei. By replacing a cabinet member under judicial scrutiny with a seasoned political figure, the administration seeks to reduce legal distractions and improve its ability to negotiate with other political factions to pass its agenda.
