This support, far from being a step forward for the defense of children's rights, turned out to be more of a political maneuver in which Graham's administration sought to perpetuate itself in power through favors and political agreements.
To ensure she could remain in the position, Marisa Graham issued a resolution (1/25) on January 7 in which she modified the internal regulations of the Office, based on a highly questionable interpretation of Law 26.061.
In her resolution, she argued the existence of an alleged "legal vacuum" and an "unavoidable uncertainty" that would justify her remaining in office, even though the lack of reelection or appointment of her successor should not be grounds for violating the principles of renewal and institutional oversight.
In March, the bicameral commission was finally formed and, after debates, leadership was assumed by Radical Natalia Sarapura. From that moment, the commission avoided meeting, giving the impression that an understanding was being protected between Kirchnerist sectors and the UCR to keep Marisa Graham in her position until a new competition could be called. This situation was pointed out by other blocs as being of dubious legality and outside what is institutionally correct.
It was not until this Wednesday, almost three months after the start of the regular period, on March 1, that the commission decided to launch the selection process, setting the start of the competition for next June 16. From that date, the 180-day period will begin, with the possibility of extension.
