Milei at La Misa del Gordo Dan: 'Journalists are the prostitutes of politicians'

With an unprecedented display of media presence, President Javier Milei doubled down on his support for his spokesperson and candidate, fully engaging in the electoral campaign of his spokesperson Manuel Adorni, for the Buenos Aires legislature in La Libertad Avanza (LLA), ahead of the upcoming elections on May 18.

They not only actively participated in a campaign audiovisual spot, but also, today Thursday, in "La Misa," the main program of the streaming channel Carajo, hosted by the influential libertarian communicator Daniel Parisini, better known as "Gordo Dan."

The appearance, filled with humor, political satire, and strong messages, showed an empathetic, sharp, and determined president committed to continuing Argentina's structural transformation. The broadcast began with a presentation that reflected the respect and admiration the libertarian leader inspires: "We have the most important person in Argentina, the Commander in Chief of our country's Armed Forces, Grenadier Knight, ambassador of light, and our beloved President of the Nation, Javier Gerardo Milei," expressed the host, Dan.

During the exchange, the president displayed his characteristic direct and unfiltered style, even joking with an ironic tone: "I see you're there with a notebook, do you have the names of the journalists I need to jail? And the officials I need to fire?" The comment was met with laughter in the studio, reflecting the complicity with the young audience that accompanies and celebrates him.

One of the most symbolic moments was the gift of a sweatjersey with the logo of "Las Tres Anclas," the channel's economic program, presented by Felipe Núñez, Federico Furiase, and Martín Vauthier. The gesture was interpreted as a sign of support for the fiscal adjustment policy and reforms the president has been successfully promoting, which already show signs of economic recovery in various sectors.

In a reflective tone, Milei also referred to Pope Francis, whom he defined as a "mileísta" during his tenure as archbishop of Buenos Aires: "In the realm of administration, he was mileísta, zero deficit, cut expenses like crazy, put the accounts in order. A staunch orthodox, he wielded the chainsaw like crazy."

He criticized the PRO for the recent rejection of the Clean Record in the National Congress and recalled that "the PRO has governed the City for 17 years and they don't have a Clean Record," despite having a majority in the Buenos Aires Legislature, which would continue, for example, with the impunity of the convicted former president, Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner.

President Javier Milei defended journalist Mariano Perez after accusations that 'he is not a journalist': "Look how they persecute Marianito, they say 'he is not a journalist,' first of all, he does have a journalist degree, and the issue is whether he knows the subject or not. You might not have the degree and know a lot, and you can also have the degree and be a complete idiot."

He continued: "Today the folder is instant, that's what journalists can't stand, they lie and you can catch them right away." Milei declared about journalists as 'prostitutes' of politicians.

Milei proudly expressed the international recognition his government team has garnered. "I walk proudly around the world," he stated, and he did not spare praise for his main collaborators. He highlighted that Luis "Toto" Caputo has been chosen as the best Minister of Economy in the world, a fact that underscores the positive impact of his fiscal balance policy and market opening. He also highlighted the strategic work of Federico Sturzenegger, the minister of deregulation and state transformation now advising the International Monetary Fund on structural reforms.

Then, he vindicated the decisive work of Sandra Pettovello at the helm of the Ministry of Human Capital, describing it as "a top-level." An integral vision of the cabinet that reflects the leader's commitment to efficient management aimed at continuing the country's deep change, "I only provide the direction."

Amid some pressure from the interviewers regarding the president's future, he declared: "It will be four years or it will be eight, but after that, I will be in a field alone with my dogs and giving lectures around the world. The richest person is not the one who has the most, but the one who needs the least. With that, I am happy."

Additionally, he announced an upcoming charity event benefiting the Garrahan Children's Hospital, with proceeds from the return of his play "Milei's Office" and stated that he will attempt to do it at the Berlin Wall, due to its political and symbolic significance.

True to his irreverent style, the president also dedicated some words to the Buenos Aires mayor, Jorge Macri, insinuating improper conduct: "Jorge, the one who has problems with photos and goes around paying people not to publish them," Milei slipped, referring to alleged non-transparent dealings.

The most forceful criticism was directed at the opposition journalism sector, which he labeled as "a bunch of underdeveloped mandrills," mentioning communicators like Marcelo Mandrelli, Pautino Rodríguez, María Pauta Santillán, Mandrilesio, and Carmelian. "I deal with the systematic error of those people," he stated, distancing himself from a press that—according to his view—misinforms with political intent.