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Analysis: Trump and his allies see a role model in Argentina's Milei


Published on 2024-11-25 16:31:37 - Brian Stokes, N@N
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  • The chainsaw-wielding libertarian's record of slashing government spending has won him admirers in Trumpworld.

The article from The Detroit News discusses how former President Donald Trump and his allies are looking to Argentina's newly elected President Javier Milei as a role model for his outsider status and populist, anti-establishment rhetoric. Milei, who has been described as a libertarian with anarcho-capitalist leanings, won Argentina's presidency with a promise to drastically reduce government size, dollarize the economy, and challenge the political status quo. Trump's interest in Milei stems from similarities in their political styles, including a disdain for traditional politics, media, and established economic policies. Both leaders have utilized social media to connect directly with their voter base, bypassing traditional media channels. Furthermore, Trump's allies see Milei's victory as a blueprint for how outsider candidates can succeed by tapping into voter frustration with conventional politics, potentially influencing GOP strategies for future elections.

Read the Full Detroit News Article at [ https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2024/11/25/analysis-trump-and-his-allies-see-a-role-model-in-argentinas-milei/76567000007/ ]