Polls close in Argentina's key midterm election for Milei

Deutsche Welle (DW)CenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Mahima Kapoor with AP, AFP and ReutersOctober 27, 2025 at 01:00 AM

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Polls have closed in Argentina's midterm legislative elections, a critical test for President Javier Milei's austerity measures and free-market reforms. Held on October 26, 2025, the election saw voter turnout at its lowest in over four decades at 66%. Half of the lower Chamber of Deputies and one-third of Senate seats were contested. Milei’s popularity has declined due to a corruption scandal and public dissatisfaction with austerity measures. The outcome will determine whether his party, La Libertad Avanza, can secure enough support to push through future reforms. US President Donald Trump has threatened to withdraw financial support if Milei's performance in the election is poor.

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Rosario 40% Buenos Aires 50% Donald Trump 60% US 70% La Libertad Avanza 80% Argentina ×390% Javier Milei ×4100%

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