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Javier Milei, ‘Donald Trump’ of Argentina, Wins Presidential Election

‘SITUATION IS DIRE’

Javier Milei, who has been known to wield a chainsaw at campaign events, won Argentina’s presidency with a majority vote.

Matt Young
Matt Young 

Night Editor

Argentine President-elect Javier Milei addresses supporters after winning Argentina’s runoff presidential election, in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Nov. 19, 2023.
Agustin Marcarian/Reuters
Matt Young

Matt Young

Night Editor

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