Javier Milei
Javier Milei is an Argentine economist and politician who became President of Argentina in 2023, pursuing radical free-market economic reforms and a dramatic reduction in government spending.
A television economist known for his fiery rhetoric and chainsaw-wielding campaign stunts, Milei rode public frustration over hyperinflation to a stunning outsider election victory.
From Television Economist to President
Before politics, Milei built a public profile as a combative television economist, known for his libertarian views and theatrical presentation style, before founding his own political party.
An Outsider Election Victory
Milei won Argentina's presidency in 2023 on a platform of radical economic reform, capitalizing on public anger over the country's chronic hyperinflation and economic instability.
Aggressive Austerity Measures
Milei has pursued dramatic spending cuts and deregulation, famously campaigning with a chainsaw as a symbol of his intent to slash government bureaucracy, achieving significant reductions in inflation at considerable social cost.
A Global Symbol of Libertarian Politics
Milei has become an internationally watched test case for radical libertarian economic policy, drawing significant global media attention and comparisons from ideological allies and critics alike.
