Argentina scandal will have limited political impact

Significance

Fernandez now faces charges of physical and mental violence and abuse of power, in addition to the corruption probe. The scandal increased the challenges faced by the divided Peronists and was welcomed with glee by President Javier Milei.

Impacts

• The Peronists will increasingly cooperate with smaller opposition parties in areas of overlapping interest.
• A realigned Peronist movement could become a more effective channel for opposition but will not regain its past dominance.
• The probable lack of a majority party in coming years may increase governance woes and instability.