Milei's first 100 days: Argentines struggle to make ends meet as support for president remains high
Impact of austerity measures in Buenos Aires triggers mixed reactions among citizens.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Store owners in Buenos Aires, Argentina, like Sergio Gómez, are struggling due to economic downturns following President Javier Milei’s austerity and deregulation measures. Despite a significant portion of Argentines feeling the economic decline, Milei’s approval rating remains relatively high. While Milei believes his policies are beginning to show positive results, the impact on low-income citizens has been severe, leading to some resorting to extreme measures to survive. The situation has sparked mixed reactions in society, with some supporting Milei’s actions while others question the sustainability of the current path forward.