Buenos Aires protests against Milei's policies; President to veto retirement benefits increase
Key Takeaways
- Buenos Aires protests unite against Milei's policies on June 5, 2025.
- Javier Milei announced he will veto the increase in retirement benefits on June 5, 2025.
- Garrahan Hospital workers' bonus increased to $1,300,000, effective July 1, 2025.
- Buenos Aires reduces debt by 65%, paying $330M installment on June 4, 2025.
- Damián Ayude signs with San Lorenzo until June 2026, starting July 1, 2025.
Top Stories
Buenos Aires protests: Ni Una Menos, retirees, others unite.
On June 5, 2025, various groups including Ni Una Menos, retirees, and Garrahan hospital workers protested in Buenos Aires against Javier Milei's policies and austerity measures. The protests, commemorating the tenth anniversary of Ni Una Menos, aimed to block street and were met with security forces, though no intervention occurred.
Milei to veto retirement benefits increase.
On June 5, 2025, Javier Milei announced he will veto the increase in retirement benefits approved in Congress.
Garrahan Hospital workers protest; bonus increased.
On June 5, 2025, Hospital Garrahan workers protested in Buenos Aires for salary increases and better conditions. The government partially addressed demands on June 4 by increasing their bonus to $1,300,000, effective July 1, 2025, though with non-remunerative sums.
Buenos Aires reduces debt by 65%; $330M installment paid.
On June 4, 2025, the Government of Buenos Aires announced it paid a $330,000,000 debt installment, reducing the city's debt by 65% compared to 2017. The city's debt is now $1,211,000,000, with interest payments at a historic low of 0.9% of the city's budget.
Damián Ayude signs with San Lorenzo until 2026.
On June 4, 2025, Damián Ayude signed a contract with San Lorenzo until June 2026. His first match as coach will be on July 1 against Quilmes for the Copa Argentina, with players returning to training on June 16.
Safety First
Buenos Aires: Man kills family, then self.
On June 4, 2025, a man killed his wife and two children before committing suicide in Buenos Aires.
Man charged with child abuse material possession.
On June 4, 2025, a man was charged with possessing child sexual abuse material with victims under 13 years old in Buenos Aires.
Woman accused of abusing 11-year-old nephew.
On June 4, 2025, a woman was accused of abusing her 11-year-old nephew and will be judged by a popular jury.
Rosario: 23-year-old killed in neighbor fight.
On June 5, 2025, Alexis Maximiliano Romero, 23, was fatally shot in Rosario, Buenos Aires, during a dispute between neighbors. Relatives and neighbors caused disturbances at a hospital, injuring an officer.
Man sentenced for attempted femicide in Buenos Aires.
On June 4, 2025, a man was sentenced to 19 years in prison for attempted femicide after shooting his ex-partner in the head in Buenos Aires.
Photographer discharged after injury at retirees' march.
On June 4, 2025, photographer Pablo Grillo was discharged from Hospital Ramos Mejía after nearly three months due to injuries sustained during a federal forces operation at a retirees' march.
BA Buzz
Judge Makintach denounced for poor performance.
On June 4, 2025, the Buenos Aires Attorney General denounced Judge Makintach for poor performance, potentially leading to her removal due to the death of Maradona.
La Salada fair remains closed; protests ongoing.
As of June 4, 2025, La Salada fair in Lomas de Zamora remains closed since May 22, 2025, due to a court order following arrests for money laundering, smuggling, and tax evasion. Cooperatives are protesting near Puente La Noria, demanding the fair's reopening.
Horacio García Belsunce dies at 76.
On June 4, 2025, Horacio García Belsunce, the brother of María Marta, died at the age of 76.
Political Scene
Sergio Massa launches campaign, tours Buenos Aires.
Sky View
Pilar & Almirante Brown: Cloudy, mild weather forecast.
On June 5, 2025, the Servicio Meteorológico Nacional (SMN) forecasts for Pilar and Almirante Brown, Buenos Aires, anticipate temperatures between 6°C and 15°C. The day will be cloudy with light winds and no rain.