This article discusses the protests that took place in front of the Obelisco in Buenos Aires, organized by left-wing factions in anticipation of the upcoming debate on labor reform proposed by President Javier Milei. Leading the demonstration was the Frente de Sindicatos Unidos (FreSU), which includes a coalition of transportation unions, state organizations, and social movements. The protest was significantly affected by the heavy traffic in the area, prompting police to deploy extensive measures to manage the crowds and prevent street closures.

The labor reform in question has been a point of contention as it approaches discussion in the Upper Chamber of Congress. Various sectors of the workforce express concerns that the proposed reforms could undermine workers’ rights and conditions. As negotiations in the Senate loom, the protest's intensity highlights public dissent against governmental policies, particularly those perceived to favor employers over labor rights.

As authorities grapple with the situation, the protests at the Obelisco may signify a larger movement against the policies of the Milei administration. With escalating tensions in the workforce, the outcomes of the labor reform debate could have lasting implications not just for workers but for the political landscape in Argentina as well.