The Federal Criminal Cassation Chamber of Argentina, made up of judges Carlos Mahiques, Mariano Borinsky, and Juan Carlos Gemignani, has rejected a request from national deputy Marcela Pagano and her partner, Franco Bindi, to review a decision denying them access to the investigation file concerning the suspected illegal espionage involved in the leaking of audio recordings from Diego Spagnuolo, the former head of the ANDIS. The ruling underscores the ongoing complications in accessing judicial documents in high-profile cases.

In addition to denying access to the files, the court also ruled against allowing Pagano and Bindi to appoint a defense lawyer since neither has been formally charged in the case. The investigation, led by Judge María Servini and prosecutor Carlos Stornelli, centers on allegations made by the Ministry of Security of the Nation regarding the unauthorized distribution of secret audio recordings made in the context of the Secretariats headed by Spagnuolo. This ruling is a notable setback for Pagano and Bindi as they seek to assert their rights in a case that could have significant implications for political accountability and the misuse of state resources.

The case has garnered attention due to its links with allegations of surveillance and political espionage, raising questions about the integrity of government operations and the influence of foreign entities, given Bindi's connections with media outlets reportedly associated with the chavismo movement and Russian interests. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen how it will affect the political landscape in Argentina and whether it will lead to accountability for those involved in the illegal activities.