Feb 27 • 01:49 UTC 🇦🇷 Argentina La Nacion (ES)

Elisa Carrió: a presidenciable Toviggino, his 'serious error' with Macri, and a warning about the glacier law

Elisa Carrió criticized the ties between politics, justice, and football in Argentina, particularly concerning Pablo Toviggino's role in the AFA amid allegations against its leadership.

Elisa Carrió, leader of the Civic Coalition (CC), spoke out against the intricate power dynamics involving politics, justice, and sports in Argentina during a television interview. She specifically addressed the ongoing judicial investigation into the Argentine Football Association (AFA) and its main authorities, asserting that there is an 'obscene' power structure behind these sporting officials. Carrió's comments come amidst growing scrutiny of AFA treasurer Pablo Toviggino, who she suggests has presidential aspirations.

Her remarks also touched on her past agreement with former president Mauricio Macri, which she deemed a 'grave error.' This self-reflection highlights her evolving political stance and suggests a re-evaluation of alliances made during the previous government of Together for Change. Carrió's public denunciation of Toviggino's political ambitions further injects tension into her analysis of the current state of Argentine football governance.

Additionally, Carrió issued a warning regarding environmental concerns related to recent legislation that has received preliminary approval in the Senate regarding glaciers. Her emphasis on environmental issues intertwines with her broader critique of power structures and corrupt practices in Argentina, suggesting that local governance and environmental stewardship must be prioritized in future political discussions.

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