Trump Says ‘We’re Gone’ If Milei Loses Vote, Rattling Market

In a statement, former US President Donald Trump suggested that the proposed $20 billion lifeline for Argentina from the US could be contingent on the success of libertarian leader Javier Milei in the upcoming midterm elections. This statement has caused fresh market turmoil, as investors are concerned about the potential impact of Milei's victory on Argentina's economic and political landscape. The US has been planning to provide the $20 billion lifeline to support Argentina's struggling economy. However, Trump's remarks have raised questions about the conditionality of this aid, potentially linking it to the outcome of the elections. This development has sent ripples through the currency market, as investors grapple with the uncertainty surrounding Argentina's economic future. The article highlights the influential role that external actors, such as former US presidents, can have on the domestic politics and economic stability of other countries, particularly in regions with fragile economic conditions.