In a significant move, Argentina's lower house has approved a bill aimed at curbing the use of presidential emergency decrees, directly challenging the executive authority of President Javier Milei. The measure passed with 140 votes in support, 80 against, and 17 abstentions.

Although the bill received prior clearance from the Senate, modifications mean it must return to the upper chamber for approval. President Milei retains the option to veto the legislation. The ruling party claims the bill may destabilize governance and create legal uncertainty, but critics argue that Milei's reliance on executive decrees has been excessive, causing institutional damage.

This legislative adjustment would empower the opposition to block decrees with a simple majority in any chamber, thus requiring the

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