The Argentine government has made an official declaration regarding the appointment of Alejandro Horacio Ramírez as the head of the General Inspection of Justice (IGJ) on March 6, 2026. This follows the resignation of Daniel Roque Vítolo, who submitted his resignation via a letter to President Javier Milei. Vítolo indicated that his resignation was made at the request of the administration to step away from his official duties.

Vítolo’s resignation came just hours after a statement by Juan Bautista Mahiques, who had called for the resignation of all political officials, including the IGJ head, amidst ongoing investigations related to the Argentine Football Association (AFA). In his resignation letter, Vítolo expressed pride in his work and accepted the decision with composure, highlighting a potentially turbulent political environment following the new government's arrival.

The appointment of Ramírez was hinted a few days prior by Justice Minister Mahiques as part of a broader restructuring of government positions following the new administration's arrival. This change in leadership at the IGJ could indicate a shift in the regulatory and oversight approaches, particularly as investigations concerning significant institutions like the AFA may evolve under his leadership.