Milei to Back Cabinet Chief Adorni During Tense Congressional Hearing

President Javier Milei will personally attend Congress as Cabinet Chief Manuel Adorni faces questioning over allegations of illicit enrichment.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 25, 2026, 11:13 AM EDT

Source: Buenos Aires Times

The Enrichment Investigation

The controversy surrounding Adorni stems from recent media revelations suggesting a significant discrepancy between his official sworn financial statements and his actual spending.

Property Acquisitions: Investigations are focused on several high-value properties acquired by Adorni in recent years.

Travel and Spending: Lawmakers are expected to probe the Cabinet Chief about frequent luxury flights to Punta del Este, Uruguay, which critics claim do not align with his public salary.

President Milei, speaking during a recent interview on the Neura streaming channel, remained defiant and protective of his trusted advisor. “Manuel will provide the appropriate answers... We are very calm,” Milei stated, emphasizing that the judicial system is proceeding as required.

Structure of the Congressional Appearance