Argentina's Milei rushed from campaign event as protesters throw rocks at car
- On August 27, 2025, near the capital city of Argentina, demonstrators targeted President Javier Milei’s campaign convoy by throwing rocks, plants, and bottles at his vehicle.
- The attack occurred amid a corruption scandal involving Milei's sister Karina and allegations leaked by former disability agency head Diego Spagnuolo.
- Scuffles broke out between Milei’s supporters and opponents during the event, and a female supporter was injured and taken away by ambulance.
- Milei, who took office in December 2023 and campaigns for October midterms, declared “everything says is a lie” and left the scene unharmed under security escort.
- The incident heightened tensions days before provincial elections and underscored challenges Milei faces amid political polarization and the ongoing scandal.
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Argentina’s Milei flees rally as corruption scandal fuels violent protests
Argentina's political tensions exploded into violence on August 27 when President Milei was forced to abandon a campaign rally in Buenos Aires province after protesters pelted his motorcade with rocks, eggs and branches.
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