With the legislative elections of October 26 on the horizon, The Government of Javier Milei is preparing a restructuring of the Cabinet after the departure of Chancellor Gerardo Werthein, who will prioritize his family life and evaluate new roles in the Werthein Group. The movement anticipates a cascade of changes and the consolidation of Santiago Caputo as central strategist.
Patricia Bullrich, Luis Petri and Manuel Adorni will leave their positions on December 10 to assume legislative seats, while Mariano Cúneo Libarona is hanging by a thread due to criticism of his management. Rumors also surround Guillermo Francos in the midst of tensions between libertarian “tribes.” The electoral result will be key to defining the depth of the losses and the scope of the “second generation” of reforms.
Bullrich, Minister of Security, could take over as senator for CABA, leaving a sensitive ministry vacant in the midst of a wave of insecurity. His secretary, Alejandra Monteoliva, sounds like a natural replacement. Petri, head of Defense, will occupy his seat for Mendoza and the mayor of Mar del Plata Guillermo Montenegro is the favorite to succeed him.
Adorni, presidential spokesperson, will move to the Buenos Aires Legislature, and his deputy, Javier Lanari, will be in charge of official communication, with plans to add a weighty media figure. These departures, forced by the Constitution, weaken key areas and strengthen Caputo, who could be formalized as chief of staff.
Cúneo Libarona, Minister of Justice, is on the tightrope after internal criticism and growing wear and tear. His departure for “personal reasons” occurs in the midst of the possible merger of Justice with Security, part of Milei’s austerity plan. Sebastián Amerio, Secretary of Justice and an ally of Caputo, is the leading candidate to replace him.
Francos, current Chief of Staff, faces rumors about his continuity: his relationship with Macri and the governors keeps him relevant, but the rivalry with Caputo leaves him in a fragile position. Milei calibrates the new map of power as he plans to travel to Miami to meet with Donald Trump, seeking international support.
