Milei Announces Controversial Economic Measures; Mass Protests Planned in Response to Currency Devaluation and Protest Crackdown
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Argentine President Milei recently announced drastic economic measures like 50% currency devaluation that angered social groups.
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Milei's government warned it will crack down on protests blocking streets, allowing police to clear protestors without court order.
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New security protocol aims to prevent street blockades but is seen by some as criminalizing protests.
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Milei administration says some social groups force people reliant on government assistance to attend protests.
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Mass street protest being organized for Wednesday in Buenos Aires to coincide with anniversary of deadly 2001 economic crisis protests.