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Tierra del Fuego, Antarctica and South Atlantic Islands
The year's fourth ordinary plenary was held in Ushuaia with 255 incoming items. The budget bill went to the Economy Committee, while a school-system financing initiative received priority. The session did not amount to final approval of either proposal.
National
The Synopsis survey, conducted from September 8 to 15, measured 57.7% support for a change of direction and narrow gaps in first- and second-round scenarios. The figures describe a snapshot of current opinion rather than an election forecast.
National
A committee report on disability benefits and a Senate amendment to the rules for removing Central Bank directors revealed different lines within La Libertad Avanza. The next debates concern fiscal cost, the 2027 budget and the decision that the lower house must take.
Córdoba
Three measurements show strong rejection on social networks, but favorable assessments of the provincial administration and a dispersed electoral field. Methodological differences, margins of error and the time remaining require reading the figures as snapshots, not forecasts.
National
The governing coalition is trying to contain internal disputes and prioritize Javier Milei's 2027 presidential bid. At the same time, national leaders and governors are discussing optional primaries for uncontested lists and other variants, while differences remain among Karina Milei, Patricia Bullrich, Martín Menem and Diego Santilli.
San Juan
Judges, lawyers and officials are debating whether council members should publish each vote and its reasons when selecting judicial shortlists. Proposals also include streamed interviews, public scores and additional assessments. Minister Laura Palma defends the collegiate process and notes that the final choice belongs to the legislature.
Buenos Aires
The national launch of Movimiento Derecho al Futuro, opposition leaders' tours and a September poll revived a strategic debate: whether bringing together rejection of Javier Milei is enough, or whether the opposition must first agree on a common programme, electoral identity and internal rules.
Entre Ríos
Los Hijos de Urquiza brings together leaders linked to PRO, libertarian sectors, independents and Radicals. The group supports the re-election of Rogelio Frigerio and Javier Milei, criticises the provincial leadership of La Libertad Avanza and plans to open its own office in Paraná before year-end.
La Pampa
Undersecretary Javier Weiz blamed opposition lawmakers for a measure that, by his estimate, would add 50% to gas bills after previous increases. The claim triggered a provincial controversy, although the concrete impact must be established through the rule, its implementation and the applicable tariff schedules.
La Pampa
Over the past two weeks, La Pampa's agenda was dominated by discussions on energy policy. In every camp, there is a belief that these issues will have a strong impact on electoral definitions.
Buenos Aires
The PRO mayor confirmed he will seek a second term in 2027, but will delay a formal launch while the provincial alliance with La Libertad Avanza is negotiated. Tensions in the City Council and the 2025 electoral setback shape his strategy.
Buenos Aires
The Province authorized an adjustment of between 1% and 2.4% to distributors' fixed and variable charges. Marcelo Leguizamón and Matías De Urraza called for investment, stronger oversight and automatic compensation for users affected by outages.
National
Two motions received 133 votes, above the 129 needed for quorum but short of the threshold required to set aside the rules. Opposition blocs want to debate the disability emergency and household debt, although they must still secure actual attendance.
Santiago del Estero
The senator from Santiago del Estero told Vialidad Nacional's administrator that the agency's real budget is 79% below its level three years ago. He also warned that nearly six of every ten surveyed kilometres are in poor or fair condition and demanded an explanation of fuel-tax funds.
Neuquén
Luis Sagaseta, head of the body that decides alliances, wants PJ candidates for governor, lawmakers and mayors in all 52 municipalities in 2027. The stance challenges the party sector close to Rolando Figueroa and reopens a split dating from the 2023 provincial election.
National
The opposition secured quorum and forced a committee timetable for two sensitive issues. Immediate consideration failed to obtain the special majority, but informational hearings and September deadlines for committee reports were agreed. Governors contacted by the government did not withdraw their deputies, and floor debate could follow in October.
