{
  "id": 19850518,
  "title": "Javier Milei seeks to regain momentum as Pope’s visit fuels criticism",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/13/javier-milei-seeks-to-regain-momentum-as-popes-visit-fuels-criticism",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-13T18:11:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Buenos Aires Herald",
    "slug": "buenos-aires-herald",
    "url": "https://buenosairesherald.com/politics/javier-milei-seeks-to-regain-momentum-as-popes-visit-fuels-criticism"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A politically charged week unfolded in Argentina as Pope Leo XIV's visit to the nation sparked criticism against President Javier Milei. The pontiff's speeches emphasized workers' dignity, addressing the needs of vulnerable groups, and promoting democratic values. Despite the administration's attempts to downplay the pontiff's remarks, many viewed the messages as criticisms of Milei's libertarian policies. The president's decision not to attend religious services in Córdoba and Luján fueled speculation about the impact of the pope's words. Within the ruling coalition, Senator Patricia Bullrich clashed with Milei, distancing herself from his leadership and demanding progress on electoral reform. Inflation figures released for October continued to disappoint, with a 2.2% increase, exceeding expectations and putting pressure on the government's economic narrative. Meanwhile, congressional negotiations intensified over the elimination of Argentina's primary elections, also known as PASO.",
  "summary": "Tensions have risen within the ruling party following Leo XIV's remarks and Patricia Bullrich's growing political profile La entrada Javier Milei seeks to regain momentum as Pope’s visit fuels criticism se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald .",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}