{"id":188630,"date":"2025-12-03T22:12:56","date_gmt":"2025-12-03T22:12:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/selfies-chicanas-and-a-call-to-go-take-a-bath-what-went-unseen-at-the-deputies-swearing-in\/"},"modified":"2025-12-03T22:12:58","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T22:12:58","slug":"selfies-chicanas-and-a-call-to-go-take-a-bath-what-went-unseen-at-the-deputies-swearing-in","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/selfies-chicanas-and-a-call-to-go-take-a-bath-what-went-unseen-at-the-deputies-swearing-in\/","title":{"rendered":"Selfies, Chicanas, and a Call to &#8220;Go Take a Bath&#8221;: What Went Unseen at the Deputies&#8217; Swearing-In"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div>\n<div class=\"visual__image image-initial-width\">\n        <picture><source  media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 580px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 350px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 80px)\"\/><\/picture><figcaption class=\"article-figcaption-img\">President Javier Milei, his sister Karina Milei, and chief of staff Manuel Adorni sing &#8220;freedom, freedom&#8221; (Photos: Maximiliano Luna)<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<h2>The Oath Ceremony: A Day of Tumultuous Drama<\/h2>\n<p>The <b>oath of deputies<\/b> that they will assume on December 10 was marked by shouting right from its initiation. Prior to this special session, security personnel blocked the halls of Congress to greet the arrival of President Javier Milei, who appeared accompanied by his sister, Karina Milei, along with key members of his administration, including chief of staff Manuel Adorni and several ministers.<\/p>\n<p>This generated unrest among legislators who were blocked from access to elevators reserved for government officials.<\/p>\n<h3>Explosive Reactions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"visual__image\">\n        <picture><source  media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 580px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 350px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 80px)\"\/><img alt=\"Virginia Gallardo swearing in with her daughter\" class=\"global-image\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"low\" height=\"2081\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/1764799975_132_Selfies-Chicanas-and-a-Call-to-Go-Take-a-Bath.jpg\" width=\"3000\"\/>\n        <\/picture><figcaption class=\"article-figcaption-img\">Virginia Gallardo swore with her daughter in her arms.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p>Milei&#8217;s entrance ignited cheers from the LLA block chanting \u201cPresident, President,\u201d with applause ringing towards libertarian deputies. However, this moment of camaraderie quickly spiraled into verbal conflicts. Peronist deputy Aldo Leiva leaped from his seat to confront Milei, declaring, \u201cPresident, the Homeland is not for sale,\u201d prompting chants from both sides.<\/p>\n<h2>Contentious Encounters and \u201cGoing to Take a Bath\u201d<\/h2>\n<p>The tensions escalated further with the leftist deputies Nicol\u00e1s del Ca\u00f1o and Romina del Pla leading the oath-taking process. Lilia Lemoine, positioned nearby, began to provoke members of the opposition, leading to her being directed a sharp retort: \u201cGo take a bath,\u201d which sparked outrage from Del Ca\u00f1o.<\/p>\n<div class=\"visual__image\">\n        <picture><source  media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 580px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 350px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 80px)\"\/><img alt=\"The Peronist deputy Marita Vel\u00e1zquez clashes with Lemoine\" class=\"global-image\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"low\" height=\"2000\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/1764799975_345_Selfies-Chicanas-and-a-Call-to-Go-Take-a-Bath.jpg\" width=\"3000\"\/>\n        <\/picture><figcaption class=\"article-figcaption-img\">The Peronist deputy Marita Vel\u00e1zquez clashing with Lemoine during the swearing-in.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p>The atmosphere intensified as further disputes erupted between Lemoine and Marita Vel\u00e1zquez, illustrating the session&#8217;s underlying tension. Various legislators made their oaths under the banner of \u201cthe freedom of Cristina Kirchner,\u201d echoing broader political conflicts.<\/p>\n<h2>Identity and Symbolism in Political Rhetoric<\/h2>\n<p>Juan Grabois emerged as a significant figure during the session. His theatrical gestures, including raising his left arm reminiscent of <i>The Hunger Games<\/i>, and his provocative antics toward Milei&#8217;s box left a lasting impression. These actions were loaded with symbolic meaning, calling attention to the political climate and rivalries shaping current Argentine politics.<\/p>\n<div class=\"visual__image\">\n        <picture><source  media=\"(min-width: 1000px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 768px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 580px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 350px)\"\/><source  media=\"(min-width: 80px)\"\/><img alt=\"Deputy Juliana Santill\u00e1n in the session\" class=\"global-image\" decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"low\" height=\"2056\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/1764799976_21_Selfies-Chicanas-and-a-Call-to-Go-Take-a-Bath.jpg\" width=\"3000\"\/>\n        <\/picture><figcaption class=\"article-figcaption-img\">Deputy Juliana Santill\u00e1n.<\/figcaption><\/div>\n<p>This politically charged atmosphere was reflective of broader divisions within Argentine society, showcasing deep-rooted ideological conflict that will likely persist in future legislative sessions.<\/p>\n<h2>The Coalescing of Political Forces<\/h2>\n<p>The libertarian bloc demonstrated significant organization during the session. They displayed solidarity, preparing for their assignments meticulously, indicating strong cohesion among the 95 legislators\u2014a significant force that now overshadows Peronism.<\/p>\n<p>This session underscored the competitive nature of current Argentine politics, where public displays and dramatic exchanges are becoming integral to the legislative process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>President Javier Milei, his sister Karina Milei, and chief of staff Manuel Adorni sing &#8220;freedom, freedom&#8221; (Photos: Maximiliano Luna) The Oath Ceremony: A Day of Tumultuous Drama The oath of deputies that they will assume on December 10 was marked by shouting right from its initiation. 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