Milei's 'Make Argentina Great Again' Turns Roads into Death Traps: Echoes of Trump's Crumbling America

 "Folks, you wouldn't believe what's happening down in Argentina. Javier Milei, the chainsaw-wielding president, is hacking away at the very roads we drive on. That's right, while he's busy ranting about 'liberty' and 'markets,' our highways are falling apart.

According to reports from Perfil and confirmed by Vialidad Nacional's own website, Milei's administration, under the 'watchful' eye of Economy Minister Luis 'Toto' Caputo, has slashed funding for road maintenance by a staggering 58% in 2024. That's not a typo, folks. 58%! (Source: Perfil). And what does that mean? Well, 9,342 kilometers of our national roads—roads that carry 80% of our country's traffic—are left to rot. (Source: Vialidad Nacional).

Remember when Trump promised to 'rebuild our crumbling infrastructure'? Well, Milei seems to be taking notes, but instead of rebuilding, he's demolishing. Just like Trump's empty promises, Milei's 'economic miracle' is leaving us with potholes the size of Buenos Aires.
And get this, with concessions expiring on crucial routes like the 'Mercosur Highway' (Route 12), at least 500 families are now jobless, caught in the crossfire of Milei's 'shock therapy'.

Vialidad Nacional, the very agency supposed to fix this mess, is being gutted. Their own director is reportedly planning to axe 30% of their workforce. So, who's going to fix the roads, Javier? Ghosts?

The Workers' Union of Vialidad (STV) reports that the agency is missing 350 billion pesos. That's enough to patch up 3,424 kilometers of road and maintain 26,250 kilometers of shoulders. (Source: Perfil). But hey, who needs safe roads when you can have 'freedom'?
And if that wasn't enough, Milei is privatizing another 8,500 kilometers of roads, including vital routes like National Route 33. Because, you know, private companies always care more about public safety than profit, right?

Guillermo Francos, Milei's Minister of the Interior, tells us to call a hotline or use WhatsApp if we have a road emergency. Yeah, because that's going to fix a pothole the size of a small car.

So, next time you're driving on a road that feels like a lunar landscape, remember Milei's 'Argentina First' policy. It's not about making Argentina great; it's about making Argentina a giant, crumbling pothole. Just like Trump's America, but with more tango."

Used Machinery Flood: Will Argentina’s Farm Industry Survive?

Argentina’s agricultural machinery sector is sounding the alarm over a new government decree allowing the unrestricted import of used equipment. 

The Argentine Association of Tractor Factories (Afat), representing major global brands like John Deere, Case IH, and New Holland, warns this move could have a "devastating impact," threatening local manufacturing, jobs, and even the future of farming productivity

Why the Panic?

Afat argues that flooding the market with outdated, discounted machinery from subsidized foreign economies will:

Crush local production – 60-75% of new equipment sales rely on trade-ins, now at risk.

Kill innovation – Over 70% of Argentina’s harvesters are already older than 10 years; new tech boosts productivity by 25%.

Risk phytosanitary disasters – Used imports could introduce pests like the corn leafhopper, which caused $2 billion in losses last season.

The China Comparison: Two Opposite Economic Models

While Argentina struggles with deindustrialization and reliance on imported second-hand goods, China’s economy thrives on the exact opposite strategy:

🇨🇳 China: Heavy investment in cutting-edge manufacturing, automation, and export-driven growth. It produces and sells machinery globally, including to Argentina.

🇦🇷 Argentina: Policy swings risk turning the country into a dumping ground for outdated tech, weakening domestic industry.

China’s success lies in protecting and scaling its industrial base—something Argentina’s erratic policies undermine. If Buenos Aires doesn’t reverse course, it may trade long-term growth for short-term bargains, widening the gap with global powerhouses.

Final Thought:
Argentina wants cheap fixes; China builds the future. Which model wins? 🚜 vs. 🏭

MILEI'S ARGENTINE MELTDOWN: A TRUMP-ESQUE DISASTER UNFOLDS

Folks, let me tell you, as someone who's seen the sausage get made in Argentine politics, this Milei situation? It's a full-blown dumpster fire, and it's got "Made in the USA" written all over it.

Think of it as a Michael Moore documentary in real-time.

These Milei siblings, they swaggered into power promising to drain the swamp, right? But what we're seeing is a freak show worthy of a Trump rally:

• A president stammering through speeches about the Falklands, then groveling for a photo-op with Trump at Mar-a-Lago, desperate for an IMF bailout.

• An economy minister, Luis Caputo, a self-proclaimed "total rockstar," steering the country straight into an iceberg with his Wall Street-approved voodoo economics.

• A Senate flipping the bird to Milei's crony judge picks, showing just how thin his skin really is.

• An economy teetering on the edge of a cliff thanks to Trump's trade war, with an overvalued peso and a central bank emptier than a politician's promise.

• And to top it off, the Peronist party, their opposition, is in a full-on cage match, with Cristina and Kicillof duking it out for control while the country burns.

It's a circus of horrors, folks! Milei's insults and tantrums are just background noise to the real disaster unfolding. Caputo's "chainsaw" economics are gutting the country.

But there's a flicker of hope in Axel Kicillof, the only Peronist with the guts to challenge Cristina and offer an alternative to this mess. But it's gonna be a bloody fight.

The battle for the soul of Peronism is on, and it'll decide Argentina's fate. Can they learn from their mistakes and build a better country? Or are they doomed to repeat history?

Americans, this ain't just some foreign soap opera. This is a cautionary tale. This is what happens when you elect a reality TV star who thinks he's a CEO. This is what happens when you let Wall Street run the show.

Don't let this happen at home.

Shocking News: Liam Payne from One Direction Dies After Falling from a Buenos Aires Hotel

Liam Payne, former One Direction member, tragically died on October 16, 2024, after falling from the third floor of a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Payne, aged 31, was in the country after attending a concert by his former bandmate Niall Horan earlier this month. Emergency services were alerted immediately, but the severe injuries left no chance of survival.

Police are investigating the circumstances, with speculation around whether the fall was accidental or intentional. Fans worldwide are mourning this heartbreaking loss​

#RIPLiamPayne #GoneTooSoon #DirectionerFamily

Rodrigo De Paul and his message to Tini Stoessel: "It gives me great pride to see you shine".

Tini Stoessel performed on Thursday, December 22 at the Campo Argentino de Polo and one of the surprises she gave to her audience was the presence of Rodrigo De Paul whom she invited on stage to perform the Argentine National Anthem together with Airbag.

It was obviously a very emotional moment for the young couple and when the show ended, Rodrigo De Paul dedicated a heartfelt message to Tini Stoessel. From his official Instagram account, the athlete shared a postcard where he has his girlfriend over his shoulders and expressed: "I ADMIRO YOU".

"It makes me very proud to see you shine, thank you for letting me be part of it. You are number one, but above all for the love you put into what you do," added the Argentina National Team player, revealing the admiration he feels for his partner.

Dangerous Madness in Bolivia: Vice-President refuses to immunise against COVID-19 and antivaccine protests are replicated

David Choquehuanca, Bolivia's vice-president, has not been vaccinated and does not plan to do so. Cases continue to rise in the country.

Bolivia broke its daily record for the second day in a row for the number of HIV/AIDS infections, with 6,149 new cases reported on Wednesday, in the midst of a fourth wave sweeping the country. The latest Ministry of Health report released last night also reported 28 deaths, bringing the total number of deaths to 19,650, while cumulative infections have reached 591,773 since March 2020.

The local newspaper El Deber reported that the vice-president was at a book presentation on Wednesday at an event held at the offices of the vice-presidency. And, according to the newspaper, "he was without a mask for quite some time" in a room full of people. Local journalists estimate that there were at least 500 people in attendance.

Home´s sunset (Luján, Buenos Aires, Argentina)