Argentina’s Milei restores press access to presidency after a ban sparks backlash
The reversal followed condemnation from business chambers, the Catholic Church and lawmakers after officials cited security concerns over the ban.
- President Javier Milei of Argentina restored journalists' access to the Casa Rosada after blocking them for over a week, drawing backlash from lawmakers, press freedom advocates, and other groups.
- Journalists were able to enter the Casa Rosada for the first time since April 23, regaining press access on Monday.
- The ban followed accusations against a local TV channel for espionage, which authorities cited as a security measure for the Casa Rosada press corps.
- After widespread condemnation, Milei's Cabinet chief announced the reversal of the press ban amid escalating tensions between the administration and the press.
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Argentina's Milei restores press access to presidency after a ban sparks backlash
President Javier Milei of Argentina has restored press access to his government headquarters. It comes more than a week after his decision to block credentialed reporters from the building triggered backlash from lawmakers and press freedom advocates.
On Monday, the government of the Argentine president, Javier Milei, restored access to the journalists accredited to the Casa Rosada -head of the Executive - but imposed restrictions of circulation, after ten days of total closure to the press in response to the dissemination of images of the interior of the building. As explained to EFE by a correspondent accredited to the government headquarters, the authorities established new controls on the…
In a new edition of his program, Marcelo Longobardi analyzed in depth the official decision to reopen access to Casa Rosada for the accredited press, after ten days of total closure. Although the measure implies a formal return to the activity, the scheme provided by the Government introduces severe restrictions that, according to various journalistic sectors, hinder the daily exercise of the informative work.
The body that guards the President also organizes circulation and visibility within the Government. The changes of 2024 and his recent role brought him out of the low profile that characterized him throughout the history. “When Casa Militar considers that there is no risk that there will be filming again, the protocols are going to be updated and modified.” Manuel Adorni’s phrase, pronounced this Monday during his first press conference in more …
Argentina's Milei Reverses Press Ban, Restores Presidential Media Access After Backlash
Buenos Aires – Argentina’s President Javier Milei has reversed a recent decision to restrict press access to the presidential office following widespread public and media backlash. The move to reinstate full media coverage marks a significant step in addressing concerns over transparency and freedom of the press. This development comes just days after the controversial ban sparked criticism from journalists, political figures, and civil rights a…
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