Argentinian President Javier Milei plans to attend Trump inauguration
SUMMARY
Argentinian President Javier Milei is expected to attend President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration on January 20, 2025, following a personal invitation from Trump. This marks a break from tradition, as foreign leaders typically send ambassadors rather than attending the event in person. Milei, who has become close to Trump and the U.S. conservative movement, received the invitation directly from Trump, who called him personally to extend the offer. Milei, elected in 2023, has been a vocal supporter of Trump, and their alliance has been solidified through several high-profile meetings. In November 2024, Milei attended a gala at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, alongside figures like Elon Musk, a Trump confidant. Milei also spoke at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) earlier in 2024, further cementing his ties with the U.S. right wing. Other leaders, including Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele, have also been invited.
