Rejection of Milei reaches record 55,7% less than 48 hours before legislative elections in Argentina

247 - Two days before legislative elections that could redefine the balance of power in Congress, the president of Argentina, Javier Milei, is facing the worst moment of his government. According to a survey released this Friday (24) by the AtlasIntel institute, 55,7% of Argentinians disapprove of his administration, while 39,9% approve of it and 4,4% did not know how to answer.

According to MetropolisThe survey indicates that the nearly 15 percentage point difference between approval and disapproval is the largest ever recorded in AtlasIntel's historical series, reinforcing the continuous decline in Milei's popularity since the beginning of 2025. The AtlasIntel survey interviewed 6.526 Argentine voters between October 15 and 19, with a margin of error of one percentage point.

Dissatisfaction with the economy and increased rejection.

The study shows that 51,8% of respondents rate the government as "bad" or "very bad," while only 24,6% consider it "good" or "excellent." The causes of dissatisfaction are linked to the worsening economic crisis, unemployment, and corruption allegations affecting those closest to the president.

The main problems cited by Argentinians are corruption (50,8%), unemployment (33,2%), and inflation (30,8%). In recent months, scandals involving advisors and the president's sister, Karina Milei, have shaken public confidence. The discourse of "moralizing politics," a hallmark of Milei's campaign, has lost strength in the face of the accusations and the rising cost of living.

Social crisis and widespread discontent.

Frustration with the country's situation is evident: 68% of those interviewed say Argentina is doing poorly under Milei's administration, 70% believe the job market has worsened, and 51% say families are facing financial difficulties.

The negative perception is reflected in the streets and on social media, where criticism of the austerity package imposed by the government is increasing. Economists point out that the spending cuts and the devaluation of the peso have contributed to deepening the social crisis.

Crucial elections and an uncertain political future.

The elections this Sunday (October 26th) will be decisive for the future of the Milei government. 127 of the 254 seats in the Chamber of Deputies and 24 of the 72 in the Senate are up for grabs. Milei's party, currently with 37 deputies and six senators, is trying to expand its base to make the proposed economic reforms viable.

Even with support from the United States and international investors, the president faces strong internal resistance. The opposition accuses him of exacerbating social inequality and dismantling public policies. Milei, however, insists that fiscal adjustment is necessary to "rebuild Argentina" and stabilize the economy.

The Argentine Central Bank recently signed a $20 billion currency agreement with the U.S. Treasury and is negotiating a new line of credit with private U.S. banks. Even so, experts believe that the government's performance at the polls will be decisive in determining political stability in the coming months.

Fierce dispute and prospects

Polls indicate a close race between the ruling party and the Peronist coalition, especially in the province of Buenos Aires, where the opposition has historically maintained strength. Even if the government manages to increase its representation, it will hardly achieve a majority in Congress.