On October 26, the Legislative elections at the national level will take place, expecting the main political forces to confirm their candidates. In these elections, Argentine citizens will select 127 national deputies from various provinces, along with 24 senators from provinces including Río Negro, Salta, Neuquén, Tierra del Fuego, Santiago del Estero, Entre Ríos, Chaco, and the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires.
The upcoming election will mark a significant milestone as the Unique Paper Ballot (BUP) will be used throughout the country for selecting legislative positions for the first time. This new system, established by Law No. 27,781, aims to enhance transparency and simplify the electoral process.
The BUP presents all candidates from various parties on a single official sheet, which replaces the traditional method of multiple party ballots. This change aims to reduce the challenges related to ballot manipulation and shortages in voting booths.
Fernando Burlando to Run as a Deputy for Federal Proposal in Buenos Aires
Fernando Burlando will run as a candidate for national deputy for the Province of Buenos Aires after presenting his list as part of the Federal Proposal (Pro-Fed) to the National Electoral Chamber. This space, led by former mayor Julio Garro, received approval following the rejection of UCede due to documentation issues.
Renowned for his legal career and being an outsider to traditional politics, Burlando has assembled a campaign team featuring consultant Julio Serna and Pablo Bonapelch. His campaign will concentrate on initiatives surrounding Justice, Security, and Freedom. Among his proposals is enacting a comprehensive criminal policy to bolster penalties for serious offenses.
Burlando has publicly criticized the current structure of the National Congress, urging the electorate not to favor outdated leaders who fail to address the nation’s pressing challenges. He conveys a strong commitment to workers, small businesses, retirees, and law enforcement, emphasizing the urgent need for substantial legislative reform.
A Priest Close to Cristina Kirchner and Pope Francis Named First Candidate for Deputy of Peronism in Santa Cruz
Juan Carlos Molina, former head of Sedronar (2013-2015), has established a foundation dedicated to aiding children facing family or addiction issues and was a vocal opponent of Governor Claudio Vidal last year.
Closely linked with Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and Pope Francis, priest Juan Carlos Molina is set to be the main candidate for National Deputy under the unity list recently formed by Peronism in Santa Cruz.
Libertarian Candidates in Jujuy Confirmed
Alfredo Gonzales and Barbara Andreussi have been announced as candidates for deputy in Jujuy by La Libertad Avanza ahead of the upcoming national elections. Manuel Quintar, representing the party in the province, indicated that both candidates aim to promote the ideas championed by President Javier Milei and party president Karina Milei in the National Congress.
Quintar emphasized that the selection of Gonzales and Andreussi reflects the intention to advance the liberal agenda within the province through a cultural battle perspective.
La Libertad Avanza Confirms Candidates in Córdoba
La Libertad Avanza has designated Gonzalo Roca, the current vice president of the party in Córdoba, as the primary candidate for deputy. His goal is to represent Javier Milei and Karina Milei in the upcoming elections in this key province. Roca, an entrepreneur, has been pivotal in solidifying the liberal space alongside Gabriel Bornoroni, leading the list after a rapid process of party endorsement.
The official list for the lower house, presented by Bornoroni, also includes businesswoman Laura Soldano from Río Cuarto, attorney Marcos Patiño, and serving National Deputy Laura Rodríguez Machado as part of the key applicants. Bornoroni noted, “Gonzalo is a lion who firmly believes in the ideas of freedom and will be a staunch advocate of President Milei’s project in Congress.”
Marcelo Peretta Reveals Candidate List for CABA: Jorge Porcel Jr. Appears Third
Marcelo Peretta, the leader of the Plural Movement, will head the candidate list for national deputy in the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires. This list has been formally submitted to the Electoral Board, adhering to all requirements set by the Electoral Court.
The top spots on the list are held by Peretta, with Jimena Castiñeira Arce second, and Jorge Porcel de Peralta third. Additional leading positions are filled by Elsa Aurora Nieto and Jorge Rosario Ferris.
The official list of the plural movement includes 13 main candidates and 7 alternates, reflecting a commitment to ensuring diverse representation in the National Congress.
Roberto Cachanosky to Run as National Deputy for Buenos Aires
Roberto Cachanosky has been confirmed as the primary candidate for national deputy from the Province of Buenos Aires representing the Liberal Union, as per party spokespeople following the submission of the list to Federal Justice.
As an economist renowned for his academic contributions and advocacy for economic liberalism, Cachanosky aims to appeal to a significant segment of the electorate in the nation’s most populated district. Alongside him on the list are Griselda Romariz, a councilor from Escobar, and Hugo Bontempo, who leads the Unión Liberal Party.
Libertarian Candidates Defined in Formosa
As some northern provinces, such as Jujuy and Salta, remain undecided, in Formosa, La Libertad Avanza has completed the lineup for candidates aiming to secure a seat in the Chamber of Deputies.
Headlining the list will be the mayor of Las Lomitas, Atilio Basualdo, followed by Marion Rodríguez.
La Libertad Avanza Confirms Candidates in Santa Fe
As the list deadlines approach, La Libertad Avanza announced its candidates for the Chamber of Deputies, with the list being unveiled by National Deputy Romina Ten. The vice president of the Libertarian Party in the province, Agustín Pellegrini, will be the lead candidate.
Accompanying Pellegrini will be candidates Yamile Tomassoni, Juan Pablo Montenegro, Valentina Ravera, Germán Pugnaloni, Ludmila Radolovich, Matías Tomassi, Silvia Nardin, and Fabricio Dellasanta.
Ten expressed confidence in her team, stating, “I know they will do everything possible for the change that Argentina has chosen. My deepest gratitude to Kari Milei for her constant support to Santa Fe and to our president, @jmilei, who is truly the best in history for steering us in the right direction.”
United Citizens Confirm Candidates for Buenos Aires City
The United Citizens Space, Buenos Aires’s local version of the United Provinces Front led by governors Ignacio “Nacho” Torres (Chubut), Maximiliano Pullaro (Santa Fe), Martín Llaryora (Córdoba), Carlos Sadir (Jujuy), and Claudio Vidal (Santa Cruz), has finalized its candidate list for the city.
Despite parting ways with Elisa Carrió, the party has chosen Graciela Ocaña as the candidate for senator, while Martín Lousteau seeks a seat in the Chamber of Deputies.
Tension in Salteño Peronism Ahead of List Deadline: Urtubey for Senator, Leavy Threatening to Go Solo
The Patria Force, La Libertad Avanza, and the Governor Gustavo Sáenz space will compete for three Senate and three Deputies seats in the province.
As the deadline to submit lists approaches, former Salta Governor Juan Manuel Urtubey has publicly reaffirmed his intent to run for senator for Patria, signaling his return to Kirchnerism after years of distance. The Peronism party in Salta is presently negotiating candidate names, facing a high risk of having the front leading to splintering.