Live Coverage of Argentina Elections 2025: "Turk" García Announces His Candidacy for City Post and Aims for National Deputy Role
Argentina's 2025 Legislative Midterm Elections: A Battle Between Milei's Coalition and Traditional Forces
The political landscape of Argentina is gearing up for the 2025 legislative midterm elections, scheduled for October 26, 2025. Half of the Chamber of Deputies and one-third of the Senate will be renewed nationwide, with the City of Buenos Aires electing national deputies and senators, as it is one of only eight districts doing so[1].
In the City of Buenos Aires, Patricia Bullrich, the current National Security Minister, will be the lead candidate for the Senate representing La Libertad Avanza, a coalition led by President Javier Milei[3]. Bullrich has emphasized her campaign focus on security and building the country's future, positioning the Senate race as a critical battleground.
Meanwhile, tension over lists is evident in four other key districts, and there are doubts about Maximo Kirchner's candidacy for deputy by the province of Buenos Aires[1]. Polls indicate that La Libertad Avanza leads with around 39%, followed by Kirchnerism at approximately 28% in national voting intentions. If broader alliances form, Libertad Avanza’s share could rise to 45%, with Kirchnerism and Peronism together above 35%[1].
The election is viewed as a critical test for President Milei’s reform agenda, with his government seen bracing for possible opposition gains after the expiry of special legislative powers earlier in July 2025[5].
Elsewhere, La Plata has seen leaders of different parties sign a pact to guarantee a "clean campaign" during the electoral campaign. La Libertad Avanza will launch its campaign for the September 7 elections in La Plata on Thursday at 6 PM[1].
In other provinces, candidates are also announcing their intentions. Ex-legislator Daniel Amoroso and ex-footballer Claudio "Turco" García announced their candidacy for national deputies for the City of Buenos Aires in the upcoming legislative elections on October 26. Martín Ascúa presented his government plan for Corrientes ahead of the elections to be held on August 31 in his province[1].
The election process is being facilitated by measures such as the Single Paper Ballot, which aims to advance towards more transparent elections[1]. The agreement signed this Monday prohibits the placement of political advertising on unauthorized trees, streetlights, urban furniture, and facades[1].
As the campaigning begins, it is expected to be a fierce contest primarily between Milei's far-right alliance and the traditional Peronist/Kirchnerist forces. The midterms will significantly influence the political landscape ahead of the 2027 presidential election[1][3].
References:
- Argentina's 2025 Legislative Midterm Elections: Key Dates and Candidates
- Bullrich to Lead La Libertad Avanza's Senate Campaign in Buenos Aires
- Key Candidates in the City of Buenos Aires for the 2025 Legislative Elections
- La Plata: Parties Sign Pact for a Clean Campaign
- Milei's Government Braces for Possible Opposition Gains After Expiry of Special Legislative Powers
French news outlets are closely following the political dynamics of Argentina, focusing on the upcoming 2025 Legislative Midterm Elections and the critical battle between Milei's coalition, La Libertad Avanza, and traditional Peronist/Kirchnerist forces. The elections will significantly influence the nation's policy-and-legislation landscape, especially as President Milei's reform agenda faces potential opposition gains post-July 2025.
