Argentine President Javier Milei just pulled off a stunning midterm victory that’s got the socialist establishment shaking in their boots.
Leading his Liberty Advances party to a sweeping win on Monday, Milei not only secured major gains in both the House of Representatives and Senate but also earned a hearty pat on the back from U.S. President Donald Trump the following day, according to Breitbart.
Milei, an economist with a fierce libertarian streak, took office in December 2023 after two decades of socialist policies left the nation’s economy teetering on the edge.
His mission? Stabilize the chaos, prioritizing jobs and basic goods over the progressive pipe dreams of yesteryear.
Fast forward to October 14, 2025, when Milei visited the White House to cement ties with the United States. During this pivotal meeting, he secured a massive currency swap agreement to prop up Argentina’s battered economy. It’s the kind of pragmatic deal that makes you wonder why past leaders didn’t think of it sooner.
Now, let’s talk about the midterm buildup. Predictions for Liberty Advances were downright gloomy, especially after losing the majority in Buenos Aires province’s state legislature just a month earlier in September 2025. Yet, Milei’s team defied the odds, even replacing a candidate over corruption concerns right before the vote.
Monday proved to be the turning point. Despite the earlier setback, Liberty Advances clinched the Buenos Aires seat in the House and racked up nearly 41% of the national vote, securing 64 seats in the House of Representatives. That’s not just a win; it’s a mandate.
The Senate results were equally impressive for Milei’s party. Liberty Advances now holds 20 seats, making it the largest single bloc, while the leftist coalition clings to 28 seats split among fragmented groups unlikely to unite. It’s a fractured opposition facing a unified conservative surge.
This victory wasn’t just about numbers—it was a resounding rejection of the old guard. Former President Cristina Fernández de Kirchner, despite her legal troubles with a corruption conviction, reportedly hand-picked leftist candidates, only to see them falter. After years of economic decline under her and her allies’ watch, Argentines seem ready for a different path.
Milei didn’t shy away from crediting an international ally for his success. “A great friend of the Argentine Republic,” he called Trump, thanking him for standing by Argentina during this pivotal election (Milei, October 28, 2025). It’s refreshing to see leaders unapologetically acknowledge support instead of playing diplomatic hide-and-seek.
Trump, never one to mince words, returned the compliment on October 28, 2025, congratulating Milei on a job well done. “A wonderful job,” he said, applauding the Argentine leader’s grit amid economic hardship. High praise from a man who values results over rhetoric.
Let’s not forget Trump’s earlier comments during Milei’s White House visit, hinting at broader economic cooperation. He’s even floated the idea of opening U.S. markets to Argentine beef to help lower American prices, brushing aside leftist grumbling about uneven benefits. It’s a practical move that could benefit both nations if done right.
Critics on the progressive side might scoff at this budding alliance, claiming it’s all show and no substance. But when you’ve got a currency swap deal on the table and a shared vision against socialist overreach, that’s more than just photo ops—it’s policy with teeth.
Milei’s midterm triumph sends a clear message: Argentines are tired of the economic mismanagement that defined the past two decades under leaders like Kirchner and her protégés. This wasn’t just a vote for Liberty Advances; it was a vote against a failed system.
While the road ahead won’t be easy, Milei’s focus on economic stability and liberty offers a stark contrast to the dependency-driven policies of his predecessors. Trump’s backing, both verbal and economic, only strengthens Argentina’s resolve to chart a new course.
