The Federal Chamber of Argentina has confirmed the dismissal of a legal complaint against Sandra Pettovello, the Minister of Human Capital, concerning her authorization of 14 billion pesos for food purchases through a project with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). Judicial sources reported that judges Mariano Llorens, Leopoldo Bruglia, and Pablo Bertuzzi affirmed that no irregularities were found in the management of these funds used to combat hunger through community kitchens.

The complaint originated in 2024, when Minister Pettovello authorized the transfer of the significant sum under the 'Community Approach of Argentina's National Plan Against Hunger' initiative, in collaboration with the UNDP. Critics argued that the amount exceeded the limits of her authority pertaining to single-signature approvals, as outlined in financial administration law.

However, the court's ruling dismisses these objections, highlighting the legality and appropriateness of Pettovello's actions regarding the allocation of resources for humanitarian efforts. This decision not only clears Pettovello of wrongdoing but also emphasizes the importance of government programs aimed at addressing food insecurity in Argentina, which could be pivotal amid ongoing economic challenges.