Jorge Macri has officially been named the president of the PRO party in Buenos Aires, amidst ongoing tensions with the Camioneros union. What was supposed to be a significant event turned into a low-key meeting. Rather than a grand speech, the gathering concluded with the signing of a couple of documents, and attendees went home without fanfare. Interestingly, the City’s Chief of Government, a key figure in this shift, was absent, choosing to prioritize other management and political responsibilities.
This development comes after Mauricio Macri took on a similar role at the national level, while Cristian Ritondo assumed leadership for the province of Buenos Aires. Meanwhile, María Eugenia Vidal has been heading the Foundation Pensar since May, with the former President’s backing.
During the meeting held at the Club Español, the new leadership structure saw Clara Muzzio appointed as the first vice president, while Ezequiel Daglio took the second vice president position. Other key figures include legislators Paola Michielotto, associated with Ritondo, and Matías López, who is close to Diego Santilli. Ezequiel Sabor also plays a crucial role as the Chief Advisor for the Buenos Aires government.
Although Jorge Macri was initially expected to attend, he could not be present due to the pressing issue involving the truck drivers’ union. This conflict arose following a decision to halt the “pre-awarding” of the towing business in the city, which led to protests and the city streets being left without waste collection for a weekend.
Macri is focusing on addressing the public controversy stirred up by the Moyano family over the towing system while taking a lower profile in party matters. However, these internal shifts within the PRO will ripple across the broader political landscape.
This move appears to be a strategic attempt to assert dominance against La Libertad Avanza within the city. Aligning with his cousin Mauricio, Jorge Macri is eager to consolidate his leadership in Buenos Aires and strengthen the party’s political stance against Javier Milei’s influence.
As the elections for 13 national deputies and three senators are set for next year in Buenos Aires, the political climate is heating up. This election is crucial, not only for the seats at stake but also for the symbolic contest over the PRO’s longstanding dominance in its original territory.
Looking to 2025, Milei is considering Manuel Adorni as a potential candidate for the city. Meanwhile, speculation surrounds Patricia Bullrich, who may also be called upon to run, challenging any potential aspirations from Mauricio Macri himself. Although these discussions are still early in nature, electoral strategies are already being formulated.
In Buenos Aires, Jorge Macri is supported by César “Tuta” Torres, a key political strategist well-connected within local political circles. Ezequiel Sabor is also integral to his plans, having actively participated in the negotiations to establish the party’s new leadership.
Jorge Macri’s influence extends beyond the city limits into the province of Buenos Aires, where he maintains strong ties with various local mayors. With his formalization as the leader of the PRO in Buenos Aires, he reinforces the notion of a resilient party structure and consolidates resistance against any potential merger with libertarian factions.
Looking ahead, Mauricio Macri is preparing to host a political launch event for the PRO, celebrating his role as chair of the governing council. This mid-August gathering in Vicente López aims to spotlight a significant speech from the former President to outline the party’s direction going forward.
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